Rick's Restoration
As seen on the History Channel — and trusted with some of the toughest antiques to ship.
Restoring Antiques to Mint Condition
Rick's Restoration, a local Las Vegas staple, restores antiques to mint condition. Rick Dale and his crew gained notoriety with some of the highest ratings ever on the History Channel with American Restoration, an American reality television series. Rick Dale has been restoring various vintage antiques for over 30 years — his company first appeared on the reality TV hit series Pawn Stars, in that show's first-season episode titled "Time Machine."
What They Restore
Proud to Ship What They Restore
We're proud to have shipped some of these stunning antiques after they've been perfectly restored by Rick's Restoration. Our care and pride in the shipping and logistics field has made us the number one choice for shipping large, valuable antiques.
Restored Pieces We've Shipped
Pallets and Crates in the Workflow
At Rick's Restorations, the renowned Las Vegas shop featured on American Restoration, pallets and wood crates play a practical role in the day-to-day workflow of handling large, heavy, and often fragile vintage items. The team frequently receives oversized antiques — gas pumps, vending machines, jukeboxes, or barber chairs — delivered on sturdy wooden pallets that provide a stable base for transport and initial inspection upon arrival.
These pallets let the crew maneuver heavy pieces safely around the workshop using forklifts or dollies, preventing damage to restored surfaces or delicate components during the early disassembly stages. Once projects are complete, the same pallets (or custom-built wood crates) become essential for secure packaging, ensuring painstakingly revived pieces survive shipping to excited clients without scratches, dents, or structural harm.
A Touch of Ingenuity
Beyond logistics, the rustic character of reclaimed pallets and crates occasionally inspires creative touches in restorations or shop operations. Rick Dale and his team, known for their resourceful approach to salvaging materials, might repurpose sections of weathered pallet wood for temporary jigs, supports during welding, or even rustic display elements that complement the vintage aesthetic of many projects.
Custom wood crates, often hand-crafted or sourced through specialized partners for international shipments, add an extra layer of protection for high-value items heading overseas. This blend of practicality and ingenuity keeps the restoration process efficient, cost-effective, and true to the shop's hands-on, no-nonsense style that made the business a fan favorite.