Strand Ace Hardware originally started as Strand Brothers Hardware on 2nd street in Escalon in 1946. It was sold to the curre ... nt owners, the Swanson family in 1975. At this time we became part of the Ace Co-op and kept the Strand name as gratitude toward the Strand family. We have moved and grown several times over the past 40+ years but we still maintain that small town feel, and look forward to continued support and involvement from our family to ensure Strand Ace Hardware continues serving the needs of our employees, customers, and communities. read more