So Nick, the guy demonstrating it was the new owner? Looks like he was very happy with it. Clearly he would not have sold it for any price.
Right, it was at Little Log House in Hastings. I had walked through the flea market and didn't find a thing. Then I was going through the displays and found it with the new owner who had zero interest in selling it on. After talking with him, I found out that he had beat me to the engine by only a few minutes... he was very happy with his new purchase. As I said he was old and not the best of health, he could have died shortly after and that is why I think the engine is now so dusty.
As Bruce mentioned, the plaque says Ahaigh York. (Could be York USA or York England) Looks like a real working engine, heavily built, similar to Bishoff. The oilers’ style are not German, English, or American; just unique, but to me is not worth more than $2500 including the 20% commission & tax. Someone got a very good machine though
If you really want that engine you should give the buyer a call.
His name is John Rozevink. He is a prolific antique engine collector, trader, dealer. He can be reached at 419-789-1159
Gil
Jon Rozevink just posted this picture on Facebook. This twin is on the bottom left.
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Holy Cow! I just went on his Facebook and not only did he have a car full of smaller engines, but he has a trailer full of full-size
Did he buy half the auction??
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Appears it is a Ahaigh York , the current owner didn't keep care of it very well , it has noticeably deteriorated.
It is too bad the engine looks worse. I hope the new owner spruces it up.
As for Darlington, I suspect it's Darlington in England.
Nick, you missed out on a tremendous deal even if it was worth only a $100 as it is such a fine piece. In 2008, I think I would have offered him $500 on the spot for it. I never see such things at flea market area at the tractor shows. Admittedly I only skim them as I'd rather look at the machinery. (There is a lot at the market area that wouldn't interest many.)
I bid my maximum price for this engine at the auction!
You just might get another crack at it for less in a few more years.