October 22, 2026 @ 7pm
124 Gray Rd, Falmouth ME 04105
207-797-9386

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Attention collectors, first responder historians, and firefighting enthusiasts! Up for auction is the exclusive Paul Tower Firefighter Collection of Brewer, Maine. Hosted online via Auction Ninja, this premier online auction features a lifetime of rare, authentic, and meticulously preserved pieces of firefighting history from a true Maine hero, historian, and dedicated public servant. Paul Tower’s incredible 43-year legacy spans serving as a U.S. Air Force Korean War veteran and Maine Air National Guard Life Support Supervisor (E-8), to his 20 years with the Brewer Fire Call Department (1955-1975). As a passionate historian who helped found the Maine Air Guard’s Heritage Gallery Museum and curated Bangor’s Hose 5 Museum, Paul built an unmatched collection. This is your rare opportunity to own a piece of heroism and carry on his dedication to preserving history. Whether you are looking to anchor your personal collection or honor the legacy of first responders, this is your chance to own a piece of heroism. Every item has been personally curated and preserved by Paul Tower, a master historian who dedicated his life to establishing local museums.
AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS
•Vintage Helmets & Turnout Gear: Rare leather helmets, historic presentation gear, and authentic uniforms spanning multiple eras.
•Historic Equipment & Tools: Antique nozzles, brass bells, fire axes, and early communication equipment.
•Badges & Insignia: A stunning array of official department badges, commemorative medals, and vintage patches.
•Rare Ephemera & Local History: Unique photographs, documents, and historical items tracing fire and military history across Bangor, Brewer, and the broader Maine community
•Civil War Era Fire Axe: Features its original, hand-stitched leather and brass sheath in extraordinary condition.
•Gamewell Alarm Ticker Register: The ultimate mechanical conversation piece—an original 19th-century street-box alarm telegraph system.
•Premium Horse-Drawn Toys: Pristine 1960s cast iron wagons and a massive 23″ Steam Pumper complete with original brass reins.
•Historic Fire Marks & Nozzles: Dozens of vintage cast iron insurance plaques, heavy brass nozzles (up to 31″), and authentic ceremonial speaking trumpets.
•Selection of Antique Clocks, Artwork
Close Up Fire Bucket #1
Early Southwest Harbor Fire Helmets
Fire Bucket #1
Early Photographs
Gamewell Fire Alarm Boxes
Early Fire Chief Leather Helmet
Early Fire Extinguishers
Speaking Horns
Civil War Axe
Early Fire Nozzles
Paul Tower
Several Badges
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Note to Bidders: There is a 15% Buyer’s Premium. Select lots (including rare Red Comet and Shur Stop Glass Fire Grenades) are designated for Local Pick-Up Only at our gallery. Fire Boxes are extremely heavy and will be the responsibility of the buyer dissemble them. Please check the online catalog descriptions for shipping availability. There is a nominal fee for shipping items.
Gerald W Bell • 124 Gray Rd, Falmouth ME 04105 • 207-797-9386 • Email: [email protected] • Lic.#000723