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Over 45 Years of Tradition

Avast Mateys ! ....Maidhof Bros. Ltd has been dealing in nautical antiques, collectibles and salvage in San Diego, California since 1968. Thirty of those years from the same location....Over time we have learned a couple of important things. ...First....Our customers usually know more than us, so we keep the mouth shut and the ears open.... Second.... We always treat our customers exactly how we would treat ourselves, it's easier that way......that is how we do business at Maidhof Bros. Ltd...... LIKE us on Facebook and earn a 10% Discount on select items...!..... https://www.facebook.com/shipwaremerchants?ref=tn_tnmn

"Trader Vic" Maidhof

Professional whip cracker "Trader Vic" started Maidhof Bros 45 years ago with his late father, WWII Merchant Marine Veteran Louis J. Maidhof and his two brothers Bill and Paul. They traveled the world for months at a time, scrapping ships and hunting for high quality, original marine treasures.

Ben Maidhof

The first born son in the new Maidhof generation, Ben Maidhof uses his skills as a Master  in Creative Restoration to cater to professional booze swillers. Check out these amazing One-Of-A-Kind berth Side Stands: https://seajunk.wpengine.com/cargo/chris-craft-berth-side-stands/  In addition to his restoration and brilliant design expertise, Ben also travels the world seeking out rare and unusual treasures to keep our showroom packed full of loot.

Dean Maidhof

The youngest of the of the Maidhof crew, Salty Dog Dean Maidhof follows in his big brothers footsteps, honing his skills as a Master in Creative Restoration and working his charm to empty pockets. He's a man with strong instincts, making him a valuable partner during buying trips around the world.  Not only can he restore rare nautical treasures, but he uses his skills to design completely original pieces. Check out one of his recent beauties: https://seajunk.wpengine.com/cargo/handmade-pirate-chest/

Victoria Maidhof

The third child and namesake to Trader Vic, Victoria Maidhof is responsible for all of the showroom photography, web maintenance, research, writing, and marketing. In addition to working for the family business, she is a freelance photographer who specializes in all areas of portraiture as well as commercial photography. She graduated with her Masters in Fine Art from The San Francisco Art Institute in 2016. To view her personal work and artist CV, please follow the link: http://victoriamaidhof.com/