Louis & Grace Bentzinger

From Cook, NE
Married for 50 years with four children:
Monique of Lake Elsinore, CA, Denise of Lincoln, NE
Maribeth of Omaha, NE, Dan of Olathe, KS
and 9 Grandchildren.

Years in the antique business:
10 years

Also involved in :
Farming and selling Amsoil Synthetic Lubricants

Favorite thing about the antique business:
The continuous learning experience.
“We count the day lost when we don't learn something.”
Also the people we meet along the way.

Favorite collectibles:
Depression Glass, Swiss Bells, Radios, Advertising items and Charles Lindbergh memorabilia.

Antiques you know best:
Since we specialize in diversity our knowledge grows little by little
in the large spectrum of antiques. Some days we realize we have barley scratched the surface.

Learned most about antiquing through:
Visiting with others and reading books.

Advice for new dealers:
Don't expect to get rich over night - But have fun trying.
“Don't forget when two people meet a sale is always made.
either one party is sold on your concept or product, or they will
sell you on the fact they don't need it.” So always we must
present ourselves in an upbeat positive manner.

What they'd change in the antique business:
Reproductions

Best Treasures were found:
At estate sales, auctions and malls.

Hobbies:
Music, gardening, collecting, volunteer work and photography.
“Louis is seldom seen without a camera.”

Clubs they belong to:
Grace Lutheran Church, American Legion, Wachiska Audubon Society

We are grateful to God for the many blessings and friends we have made throughout our life.

Be sure to look for Louis and Grace's merchandise in
booths: G4, G1, KK1 & E1 and display case: X4.