Following considerable research and discussion, several Ford
tool collectors defined the need and a definite desire for a club
for Ford tool collectors. On January 1, 1998, thirty collectors
representing fifteen states chartered National Ford Tool Collectors
(NAFTCO), the first and only known organization devoted to the
preservation and collecting of Ford tools.
The focus of the group is tools that were furnished with vintage
Ford automobiles, trucks, and farm equipment, and specialty tools
that were used to service these early model vehicles. NAFTCO was
founded on three basic principles: 1) to be an educational and
informational resource for members to learn about Ford tools, their
usage, and their role in Ford Motor Company history; 2) provide a
forum for members to exchange information and ideas and buy, sell,
and swap tools; 3) promote camaraderie among members. NAFTCO
publishes a quarterly newsletter, entitled Ford Too! Times, which
features articles about Ford tools and tools made by outside
vendors which were used to service Ford products, letters from
members, a swap and sell section, and a listing of resources for
locating Ford tools.
NAFTCO is open to any individual interested in Ford tools,
whether you are a serious collector or you just have a casual
interest and want to learn more about Ford tools. Enjoy the
benefits of being a NAFTCO member and being in contact with other
Ford tool collectors throughout the country for just $15.00 single
or $25.00 family (U.S. funds) per year. For more information about
NAFTCO or how to become a NAFTCO member, please contact either the
NAFTCO email address: fordtools@aol.com, or Steve Thompson, 1042
Wagonwheel Drive, Fort Collins, Colorado 80526, 970-223-2413.