In June 1852, Mr. Franklin Stevens acquired this property, where he and Franklin S. Randall constructed a sturdy stone building in 1854. Transitioning from a Tinsmith Shop to a Hardware store, Mr. Stevens sold the business to I. H. Nash in December 1855, marking the beginning of an enduring legacy.

The iconic brick building, erected in August 1856 by Joseph Smith and I. H. Nash, bore witness to the evolution of the establishment. Initially known as I. H. Nash Hardware, it underwent several transformations, becoming Sturges and Alderson in 1882, eventually transitioning to Pioneer Hardware.

Despite changing hands six times within its first 50 years, the essence of the store remained unaltered. The original wooden floors, four rolling ladders, and the historic nail bins all stand as silent witnesses to the passage of time, preserving the charm of yesteryears.

In January 1905, McKee and Carr took over the lease from Pioneer Hardware, paving the way for the establishment of Placerville Hardware in 1907. The store flourished under the ownership of Albert and Edna Kyburz, who acquired it in 1946.

A new chapter unfolded in 1952 when George Fausel assumed ownership of Placerville Hardware. For three decades, George, alongside his brothers Elmer and Frank, steered the store toward prosperity. In 1983, David and Dan Fausel, sons of Frank, became partners, inheriting the reins from their uncle, George.

Today, the rich tradition of Placerville Hardware is upheld by David and Deanna Fausel, the current owners. Guided by a legacy spanning three generations, their eldest son, Albert, now oversees the operations of this globally renowned hardware emporium.

For six decades, the Fausel Family has remained steadfast in their commitment to preserving the heritage and integrity of Placerville Hardware, ensuring its enduring legacy for generations to come.