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Looking at Carriages by Sallie Walrond The ultimate reference guide to carriages with over 200 photographs. Phaetons, gigs, dog carts, breaks and coaches from the 17th century to today are fully described. HB 277 pp. #031-L0195 $55.00 |
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The Coson Carriage Collection
at Beechdale by Tom Ryder Beautiful presentation filled with color photographs of a remarkable private carriage collection in Pennsylvania. Referred to as "the pride of North America." Included in the collection are two-wheeled carriages, coaches, sporting carriages, family carriages, coachman-driven carriages, and sleighs. PB 176 pp. #011-0801 $35.00 |
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Coachmaker: The Life and
Times of Philip Godsal 1747-1826 by John Ford At a time when a private carriage was the most public statement of wealth and fashion, Godsal was one of the great coachmaking manufacturers. From detailed diaries and daily journals, we get a rare look at the luxury trade of carriage making. Students of transportation, design, and fashion will be fascinated by the rich social and domestic history of the Regency period of England. HB 248 pp. #031-C1095
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Horse-Drawn Vehicles by Carriage Museum of America Originally published in the Hub magazine from Nov 1882 to Jan 1892, this collection of 150 colored plates portrays the variety of vehicles once produced in the US. Invaluable details such as dimensions, finish, and trim are combined with working drawings and important commentary. HB 320 pp. #011-0807 $100.00 |
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Horse-Drawn Ambulances Edited by the Carriage Museum of America Focuses on vehicles built specifically to care for the wounded and injured. These include military, civilian, and veterinary ambulances. Harness specifications are given for use with a US Army wagon. Harness hangers and harness for emergency vehicles are well described. Also included is an interesting section on civilian disasters and how ambulances were used to care for the victims. PB 368 pp. #012-8006
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Hitch Wagons for City Driving Edited by the Carriage Museum of America Detailed descriptions, dimensions, working drawings, and photos of business vehicles used to transport goods of various trades. Milk trucks, brewer’s wagons, piano moving vans, furniture delivery wagons, stake trucks, and freight wagons for city use are all documented. Discusses gears, brakes, springs, trees, tops, seats, and other wagon parts. PB 393 pp. #012-8005 $45.00 |
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Horse-Drawn Funeral Vehicles Edited by Michael D’Amato American hearse manufacturers of the 19th century are documented. The different styles and features of all types of funeral vehicles are well illustrated. An extensive section is devoted to lamps and other trimmings commonly used. Descriptions of 19th century funerals are given, including presidential and military funerals. HB 414 pp. #012-8007
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The Encyclopaedia of Carriage
Driving by Sallie Walrond Revised version provides a complete reference on every aspect of carriage driving. Descriptions of various carriages, harness parts, driving terminology, and historical figures are discussed. This wealth of technical information is organized in an easy-to-find alphabetical format. Widely regarded as the authoritative reference book on the subject. HB 315 pp. #031-E0003 $41.95 |
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Standard References for
Traditional Drivers: Carriage and Harness Care by the Carriage Association of America Volume V in this educational series outlines the proper maintenance, care, and storage of driving equipment. Includes sound advice for protecting your investment in carriages and harness. PB 12 pp. #012-3273 $5.00 |
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On the Box Seat by Tom Ryder A comprehensive guide to various types of harness, vehicles, equipment and correct methods of driving. Particularly valuable are comprehensive descriptions of proper appointments. Widely considered to be the standard reference on driving today. Details of turnout and appointments for various types of vehicles are addressed. 180 pp. #012-3047
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Carriages: A General Maintenance
Book What to look for to keep your carriage in tip-top shape. Discusses wheels, bearings, hydraulic brakes, and battery-operated lights. Shows how to bleed brakes on traditional wooden Amish-made carriages. Also includes tips on storing and cleaning carriages. PB 10 pp. #031-0251 $2.50 |
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Calls of the Road (CD) performed by Keith Snell A collection of 46 traditional English road calls and 20 original tunes for the English coach horn. CD only. #012-6040 $25.00 |
Videos & DVDs on Carriages
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Sleighs and Sleighbells
(Video) by Ursula Baier, Robyn Cuffey, and Vicki Schmidt Visit the collection of sleighs at Skyline Farm in Yarmouth, Maine. Learn the proper techniques for driving a sleigh, including how to avoid trouble in deep snow. Discover the many different styles of sleighbells and how each is attached. 74 mins. #031-V1701 $36.00 |
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Sleighs and Sleighbells
(DVD) by Ursula Baier, Robyn Cuffey, and Vicki Schmidt Visit the collection of sleighs at Skyline Farm in Yarmouth, Maine. Learn the proper techniques for driving a sleigh, including how to avoid trouble in deep snow. Discover the many different styles of sleighbells and how each is attached. 74 mins. DVD format. #031-V1702 $36.00
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