Iron Horse Antique & Appraisers

Established in 1978, Iron Horse Antiques continues to specialize in pre-1900 American & European antiques. We are Jim and Debbie McArdle and for more than four decades we have been selling at various antiques shows and shops around the country - and now in our shop in picturesque downtown Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin!

Debbie started collecting antiques in 1970. By 1978 she was "picking" for dealers in Hinsdale, Illinois as well as on the west coast. Since then Debbie and her husband, Jim, have been selling at shows around the country as well as in group shops in Woodstock, Illinois, Delafield, Wisconsin and Minocqua, Wisconsin. In May 2023 they opened their own storefront in downtown Manitowish Waters bringing decades of professional experience in antiques and art to the Northwoods of Wisconsin. They are members of the New England Appraisers Association and are USPAP compliant. Debbie has served since 2007 as the Secretary of the Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Association and since 2018 as the President of the Chicago Suburban Antiques Dealers Association. In addition she has been active with museums and historical societies: Graue Mill, Oak Brook, Illinois, demonstrating spinning & weaving Civil War re-enactress with the Northwest Sanitary Commission (one of the predecessors of the Red Cross) DAR / Daughters of the American Revolution - Past Regent, Kishwaukee Trail Chapter Board Member and founding co-administrator of the Friends of the Wisconsin Historical Society's fund-raising auctions Board Member of the Crystal Lake (Illinois) Historical Society Various appraisal events for the McHenry County (Illinois) Historical Society, Arlington Heights (Illinois) Historical Society, DAR, PEO, area libraries, and many other entities Jim specializes in Civil War accoutrements & ephemera, antique firearms and coins. Debbie is considered a generalist, able to advise on a very wide range of antiques & art. Their son, Jeff, owns Iron Horse Military Antiques in Champaign, Illinois and their daughter, Stacy, has also been active in the antiques business.

Antiques for Sale

Iron Horse Antiques offers a wide variety of pre-1900 American & European antiques for sale. We specialize in antique toys, quilts, coverlets, sewing accessories, and country store items. Our inventory is constantly changing, so check back frequently for new additions.

Auction Representation

Iron Horse Antiques frequently serves as auction agents for clients, working with the top auction houses in the country. We are able to help clients navigate the auction process and ensure they receive the best possible price for their items.

Appraisals

Iron Horse Antiques offers written appraisals for insurance purposes and is USPAP compliant. We are able to appraise a wide range of items, including antiques, art, and collectibles.

Gallery

Iron Horse Antiques is dedicated to providing our clients with the best possible service. Whether you are looking to buy, sell, or appraise antiques, we are here to help. Browse our gallery to see examples of the types of items we have for sale and the services we offer.