grnlark 488 #1 Posted August 12, 2010 I saw this tractor at a recent show and it's been one of those things that I haven't been able to get out of my mind since. It took me a few weeks to make a reasonable deal with the guy that owned it and I finally brought it home last weekend. It seems to be a very rare machine. From research I have done and emails I've recieved from other collectors, it appears there has only been one other Big Boy know to exist and the last sighting of that one was back in 2007. I just thought it was cool and a perfect addition to my "odd ball" collection. I was also able to track down the original owner so I know the full history of it as well. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,367 #2 Posted August 12, 2010 Matt, You love those oddball machines. That one is right up your alley. Looks very nice and original. Nice score !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 723 #3 Posted August 12, 2010 I've got to tell you my brother pulls some of the stupidest things out of random backyards, crappy sheds, forgotten out houses...... but snagging this thing was a score! Trust him when he says its received a lot of chatter about it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveB 0 #4 Posted August 14, 2010 Wow Matt I can't believe you scored the Gemco Big Boy. I all but forgot about it from the show. Nice job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,022 #5 Posted August 14, 2010 Looks like the Ponds copied the Gemco's front-end. Looks almost identical :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #6 Posted August 14, 2010 What a great find. It resembles a Wheel Horse at first glance. Runs nice. Areal conversation piece. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 72 #7 Posted August 14, 2010 Very nice machine for sure!!,Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
btrrg1969 11 #8 Posted August 15, 2010 Very cool :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dw1973 17 #9 Posted November 19, 2010 What model Briggs was originally installed on the Gemco? A friend of mine has one without the original motor. Any help with engine tag numbers info would be appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grnlark 488 #10 Posted November 22, 2010 What model Briggs was originally installed on the Gemco? A friend of mine has one without the original motor. Any help with engine tag numbers info would be appreciated. I don't remeber off the top of my head, but I'll take a look at the tag again tonight and post the numbers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,144 #11 Posted November 23, 2010 Might revive the company if GM were to put these Big Boys back into production. Cool find. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55HorseTeef 0 #12 Posted October 21, 2012 I've had the same tractor for years now.Neat little machine,and very comfortable to ride.I love the chain steering and drive train,and all the oil cups and oil holes.I've never been able to date it tho.Mine has a 41/2hp Briggs decal on the gas tank.Any literature you mite have or info would be great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheel-N-It 2,969 #13 Posted October 21, 2012 Now thats a special little tractor. I would have to keep that one in my Man Cave at home. Yep it would be warm in the winter and cool in the summer! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jay in nc 210 #14 Posted October 23, 2012 is this the one that was in LAGT mag a few months ago? anyway NICE little tractor. Jay Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tractornut86 620 #15 Posted November 7, 2012 A friend of mine has 4 of them and they are all for sale. Also not long ago on Pittsburg craigslist there was one with no hood and a newer 8hp briggs and a snow blade on it. They are a nice odd ball tractor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtiebutler956 650 #16 Posted November 10, 2012 Very nice find Matt! I notice it has an aluminum Briggs on it. I didn't know Briggs was using those in 1950. Shows what I know. Matt :flags-texas: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
