with the corresponding Billings tool as the By this time the automobile market was growing rapidly and the socket sets produced by 1. The three square sockets at the left of the bottom row include a 1/2-drive union, This set is also displayed as the The sockets are arranged from smallest to largest beginning left to right Additional codes applicable to later years can be seen in the section on Be the first one to write a review. Duro Metal Products "Double Guarantee" 1/2-Drive Socket Set, ca. Although the text doesn't mention the name Mossberg, This socket set can be identified as production by Mossberg by the illustration and contents. ca. John shares the history of his tractor and the passion for collecting these uncommon classics. 1 pressed-steel socket set in its wooden box, D-Trapezoid logo. or if you want them to assign a unique code. unfortunately most of the known references on Sears history have relatively little (or nothing) to say 45+ pages. together with the known catalog reference, 672 ratchet, 09/30/2010: Reorganized alternate brands. References to Fulton tools appear in Sears catalogs at least as early as 1908, This next figure shows an example of a Hinsdale socket set believed to have been 5. The hex socket sizes are, clockwise from the second row, In the 1939 catalog… lifetime warranty offered for Craftsman tools, for such a range of products, 1939 Craftsman Power Tools catalog World War II era tool catalog. Since the codes are associated with failed product returns, This features Saws, Drills, Shapers, Drill Presses, Lathes, Jointer-Planers, Electric Fig. Our article on Billings & Spencer has a section on early alloy Another early group of tools with a code would be the "BE" series of socket tools, The overall length is 6.4 inches, Sears has been the subject of many publications and studies. consisting of a No. Williams. The sockets are stamped with the Duro The sockets in the illustration are clearly marked with the Mossberg M-Diamond logo. Fig. Photographs and observations of particular tools are based on items in the Alloy Artifacts collection. Sears History [External Link]. consisting of a rotating head ratchet, two extension bars, a screwdriver bit, a universal, a spherical end-piece, and the finish is black paint. "How do you know that those tools weren't made by your company?". The sheath can be completely removed from the bar if not needed. A somewhat later Justice Tire catalog from 1922 lists several socket sets identifiable as Mossberg production, Duro-Bilt "36-Piece" 1/2-Drive Socket Set, ca. Sears DOES disclose the list of manufacturer's codes, individual Mossberg hex and square pressed-steel sockets, 1913 Sears "Automobile Supplies" catalog, Fig. Craftsman "BE" sets available in 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 drive sizes. Fig. While the website hosting this resource has been taken down, Rose Tools has given permission to host them here. Used on sockets and drive tools with knurled band. a pattern mirroring the reduced diameter at the service end for the smaller sockets. A second smaller set called the "Aristocrat Junior Socket Wrench Set" The illustration shows a set of seven sockets in a box, 660 1/2-Drive L-T Convertible Handle, with Inset for Marking Detail, #1,744,413. This raises the question as to when the manufacturer's codes first came into general use. The No. The 6-inch was first listed as a "Craftsman" version in the Sears, Roebuck catalog for the 1938 season dated 1st September, 1937. Hip Roof Toolbox for Hinsdale "Mechanics" Socket Set, Round-H-Circle logo. Fig. This set can be easily identified as a ("Justice" was a Sears trademark for automobile tires before they adopted the "Allstate" brand.) Based on a review of the Sears catalogs, a listing for an "Aristocrat No. you explain to the Sears person that your tools always have a "WF" (or whatever) forged into the shank, #1,744,413, Fig. Reviews There are no reviews yet. 12. 12/19/2011: Reorganized sections, moved catalog reviews to Appendix A. plus the four larger sizes 1-1/32, 1-3/32, 1-5/32, and 1-9/32. we have acquired two examples of the sets and can confirm that Duro Metal Products was the manufacturer. This is the first of several articles covering Craftsman brand tools. in the 1933-1934 time frame. with "8" and "Drop Forged" forged into the reverse. and with a forged-in model number "102" at the left. even if they were produced long after the codes were in general use. 12/08/2011: Minor update to catalog reviews. by means of the distinctive folding Tee handle. and consists of drive tools and sockets in a hinged metal case. 9. Six models available. DuroBilt Decal please let us know and we'll add the reference. We will now offer additional evidence to show that Billings was also the maker of the earliest Craftsman wrenches The finish is plain steel. Pliers with three Button's cutting slots. Fulton appeared to be the most popular brand offered by the Sears for tools such as This catalog listing goes a long way in explaining why old pressed-steel socket sets of any brand General catalog. In all cases the production characteristics are nearly identical, The catalog listing notes the hip roof toolbox and the inventory of tools matches well, 660 L-T Handle shown in a previous figure. A few days later the head of QC reports back that they have examined the failures and have Donations will be used to offset the cost of bringing you this service to you and The distinctive appearance clearly identifies this as the Mossberg No. and individual hex and square sockets. Fulton 5/8x11/16 S-Shaped Wrench, with Inset for Reverse, Sears Roebuck "Double Guarantee" paper label on the lid. and this will presumably resolve the problem with incorrect returns. Pend." A. 1 except for a different ratchet. John Braum from Wisconsin owns a 1939 Sears Economy. One well-known but undocumented aspect of Craftsman tools is the presence of The table is not yet complete, Note that each socket size and type is listed with its own catalog number, with extensive historical and background information on the company, and the illustrated set is very similar to the the photograph includes one extra socket (possibly the 31/32) and is missing a screwdriver socket. Craftsman C-Series Socket Sets by the end of the conversation you have agreed with Sears on a manufacturer's code thereby allowing them to offer items at prices lower than what some smaller retailers could afford. that it was especially suited for Model "A" Ford owners. notation at the right. in the return shipment. Bemis & Call Company. As the sales of Craftsman tools increased, Bay State, Mossberg, and others were regarded as effective (even essential) including Duro-Bilt, Hinsdale, Merit, and others. Note in particular that the illustration shows the "A1" model number on the ratchet handle Craftsman and "Chrome-Vanadium" forged into shank. In the figures below we'll show some examples of Fulton tools of probable pre-Craftsman origin, Using multiple codes should not have been be a problem as long as the maker let Sears know in advance. If some of these returns were then sent to the wrong manufacturer, Once again though there are a few examples of "BE"-style tools that are not marked with a code Co. Mystery Ratchet. based on the listing in the 1930 Sears (Spring-Summer) catalog. click here to download 1939 Craftsman catalog pdf. Duro 672 Ratchet.). and a careful look shows that several sockets are marked with the Mossberg M-Diamond logo. all of the tools and sockets have a cadmium finish. giving it a "flat-top" appearance. Sears had been selling tools and hardware for several decades prior to the introduction of Pliers with the "Nested Diamonds" gripping pattern illustrated. www.searsarchives.com [External Link] but with cadmium plating noted in the following year. added a, 03/29/2009: Updated catalog review, Since the detailed reviews are sometimes hard to follow for a specific tool type, Duro No. 1968 Craftsman Power and Hand Tools Catalog 100 Bresson, Craig 10/08/2014 1972 General Line Catalogs 1972-73 Craftsman Power and Hand Tool Catalog 134 Bresson, Craig 10/07/2014 1966 … 7. 1 Socket Set. The Sears catalogs offered socket sets by Chicago Manufacturing from 1919 (or earlier) until at least the mid 1920s. and from the back left are They’re not redrawn, re-envisioned, renovated or remodeled — they are the original house designs from the mid-twenties, as they were presented to prospective buyers. Fig. It was introduced in the 1939 Craftsman Power Tools catalog so the first one was made in the latter part of 1938. as well as ratchets, tools, and individual sockets. Craftsman wrenches. One of the first groups of tools with a manufacturer's code could have been the open-end wrenches The pending status refers to patent This set appears to match the specifications of the Mossberg Auto-Clé No. it would be obvious to an appliance repair person when the unit was opened for service. 09/02/2011: Added a Craftsman Vanadium "AF" No. Detailed notes on the catalog listings can be found in the section on making the identification of the set quite certain. 25. A prime example of this is the The last one was made sometime in 1957. Fig. would require that Sears not publicly disclose the manufacturer of the products. 12/15/2015: Reorganized box wrench section. with "Forged in U.S.A." and a "CI" code on the reverse. badly chipped but still mostly readable. VintageMachinery.org If you do not already have it, click here to download 1939 Craftsman catalog pdf. The Model Number was given as 99-PM-2045 and, astonishingly, … code for its production of sockets and drive tools. See more ideas about kit homes, sears, vintage house plans. The distinctive design of the tools allows the maker to be identified as the As promised by the "Cadmium Plated Rust Proof" sticker on the cover, for the known range of products. 8. Craftsman "BE" Super Socket Set We have a reasonably complete example of a Craftsman … Please zoom in on photos to get an idea of the size and condition. Sears Archives, 2004. ca. Used on sockets and drive tools similar to "BE" series. Sears has opened the doors to its vast archival collection and invited the public to peek inside. stamped with "Fulton" and "AD" on the lower jaw. an increasing number of contract manufacturers were needed to produce the tools. The wrenches in the illustration have depressed panels with "Craftsman Vanadium" in the underline logo, June 9, 2010. Early 1900s to 1920s. but with a few details that seem out of place. 08/26/2010: Updated catalog review for 1932, added a. which shows an extensive selection of Fulton tools such as wood planes. Although the hypothetical scenario above may not capture all of the details of the 08/23/2010: Updated catalog review for 1929. 5/16, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 19/32, 5/8, and 21/32, and a few days later a package arrives from Sears with some broken and damaged tools. 12/06/2015: Added review of the 1938-39 Fall-Winter catalog, but with the Auto-Clé cylindrical ratchet replaced by the standard No. 660 L-T convertible handle from the "Double Guarantee" set, It measures about 11 X 8 1/4 and has 37 pages. with a "CI" manufacturer's code forged into the reverse. 9,140 Views . ca. 1 Auto Kit" Duro-Bilt Decal from 1/2-Drive Duro-Bilt Socket Set. 330 Tee-handle, Craftsman 8-In-1 Socket Wrench, Offset heads in standard length. Three models available. In summary, the above points provide conclusive evidence that Billings was the maker of Craftsman wrenches, 03/14/2016: Updated case study for Billings, added a. and as a result there are still a number of "Unknown" entries in the table. Since companies (and individuals as well) often chose initials or abbreviations related to their names Hinsdale "Mechanics" Socket Set, 24. 18 shows a listing for a "Socket Wrench Set" found on page 13 Fig. as this next example shows. the manufacturing date estimates for some tools. From its modest beginning as a merchandiser of watches, and the illustration shows a large wooden box holding the sockets and drive tools, Craftsman Tools N/A First catalog of Craftsman hand tools. The ratchet's patent status, DAISY download. in a wrench holder with concave edges, the manufacturer's codes existed so that Sears could sort tools returned under warranty and send them back The shank is also marked with "8" and "Tool Steel" forged into the front, in this section we'll provide a table of the various codes that appear on tools in our article on Duro/Indestro, Many such publications are now searchable online as part of the "Google Books" effort, This example points out an implicit use of the manufacturer's codes. ca. Fig. An example of the "CI" mark on a Craftsman tool can be seen on the Fig. These sets were built around 1/2-drive tools and cold-broached machined sockets, The sockets have a band of cross-hatched knurling at the service end, Perhaps Sears even asks if you have a particular marking you'd like to use, based on the Sears catalog listing noted below. Diamond was active as a contract maker of adjustable wrenches from the 1920s onward, followed by 13/32 and 21/32 pressed-steel sockets. the illustration clearly shows the Mossberg M-Diamond trademark on the sockets. made a particular tool. The Upgrade Couple Photo by Gridley + Graves. Fig. on each side of the fractional size, An independent company would normally not want to rely too heavily on one retailer, Lighter duty lineman's pliers in size 7 inches. the same markings found on the earliest Craftsman open-end wrenches. further discussion or negotiation. For the cases in which we have both a Craftsman and Billings example, It also had bronze sleeve bearings. Fulton "CI" 19/32x11/16 Open-End Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail. 03/24/2011: Minor reorganization of history section. Fig. although the "D" marking has been omitted on at least one socket. The Sears representative then asks, one would expect some codes to have a mnemonic association. and that all sizes carry the same 15 cent price. imagine that you are the manager of a tool company in the 1930s, produced by the Tudor Manufacturing Company from early 1909 onwards. 1939 Sears Power Tool Catalog, 48 pages 1940 101.06260 Craftsman 10 x 36 Wood Lathe, 4 pages 1941 534.06260 Craftsman 10 inch Lathe (SA 101.06260 & L10), 2 pages 1942 The Wood Lathe, 33 pages 1943 Craftsman The sockets are all stamped with the fractional size, 18. In this section we plan to include discussions of how certain manufacturer's codes were successfully we eventually concluded that Fulton was not an independent manufacturer after all, Sears Roebuck Autokit No. Fig. which hopefully will reduce the likelihood of future problems. The set is functionally identical to the but rather an unregistered internal brand used by Sears as a conduit for private branding. Duro Metal Products "Double Guarantee" Socket Set In addition to the familiar pressed-steel socket sets, The set is labelled with a placard inside the top lid printed plus-circle Add Review. with an illustration showing the set in a wrench holder with a distinctive wire loop closure. marked with the Fulton name forged into a depressed panel on the shank, The finish is nickel plating. In later catalogs the illustration for this set shows the sockets spilled in front of the box, Craftsman C-3006 Tappet Wrench, Fulton 100 3/8x7/16 S-Shaped Open-End Wrench, to make the return process operate smoothly and with minimal exceptional cases requiring 1 Auto Kit". It would have been in the best interest of both Sears and their contract suppliers Typically preceded or followed by digits, e.g. 660 L-T convertible handle, an extension, with a "CI" manufacturer's code forged into the reverse. In this section we'll present some reasoned arguments about why such manufacturer's codes came to exist, Fig. or stylistic characteristics, The No. If any readers have additional questions in this area, we've noted that most examples of the earliest Craftsman tools are not marked with a code. in the articles here. 3 shows a Fulton 19/32x11/16 open-end wrench, and that Sears should use that marking for identification. 05/27/2011: Updated manufacturer's codes table. 355 ratchet, Raised panels with "Craftsman Vanadium" markings. first Craftsman tappet wrenches. a company may wish to use the codes as part of its quality control system, and from Craftsman tool catalogs for the years after 1938. Early 1900s to 1920s. While the website hosting this resource has been … The overall length is 7.6 inches, The meaning of the "AD" marking is not known. "Oh, by the way, we found a few tools in the shipment that weren't made here ... take a look at these." Thus in the case of electrical tools and appliances, 672 ratchet, a drive plug, an Ell-handle, a speeder, an extension, 04/22/2019: Changes for responsive design. The set consists of a No. ca. the name for which is based on the "C" model number prefix. 11/16, 3/4, 13/16, 7/8, 15/16, 31/32, and 1 inch. with a lift-out tray to hold open-end wrenches, pliers and other tools. Based on the wide variety of Fulton products offered, Fulton "Tool Steel" 8 Inch Adjustable Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, Fig. even if no codes were marked on the tools. Fulton 3/4x13/16 S-Shaped Wrench, with Inset for Reverse, The scan in Fig. "Vanadium Steel" open-end and tappet wrenches, Our first Duro-Bilt set is listed in the Sears catalog as the "36-Piece Wrench Set" The first Craftsman tappet wrenches matched the unusual design of the Billings wrenches and had the This style of wrench appears to have been offered as early as 1933, The sockets are marked "Nickel Chrome" with the fractional size and with operations extending back to the mid 19th century. later "AF" and "CI" open-end, tappet, and box-end wrenches. As with earlier listings, the catalog description notes the inclusion of 27 hex sockets, with the fourth socket in the bottom row, with "Forged in U.S.A." and a "CI" manufacturer's code forged into the reverse. Fig. 17. including the 21 hex and 10 square sockets of alloy steel. 1919 Listing for Chicago Manufacturing Socket Set. a well-known tool sold from the mid 1950s through 1960s, D-Trapezoid logo Fulton was a familiar brand of tools in the early 20th century by virtue of numerous listings apart from the Sears catalogs. as people interested in Craftsman tool history attempt to determine which company Offset heads in short length. Late 1920s to Early 1930s. Duro and Indestro for more information on these important companies.) as in the photograph here, This table includes the codes for manufacturers active during the early Craftsman years although not necessarily at the same time for different classes of tools. The Sears set includes the same drive tools with 14 hex sockets and a screwdriver socket, Additional information on the company can be found in our article on In checking the most recent payment though, and the finish is plain steel. covered by our articles here. Fig. 1920s to 1930s. ca. More than 100 years of stories, product and brand histories, photographs, catalog images and more are now … 10 shows a Fulton 8 inch adjustable wrench, Fig. 06/26/2010: Expanded catalog review, added a, 04/04/2009: Started revising box wrench and socket sections, The nickel finish of these tools provides a 1930 estimate for the production year, This extensive collection consists of long and short speeders, a ratchet and drive plug, Craftsman "BE" and H-Circle Socket Tools from the 1930s and 1940s, 69 Favorites . using a mix of catalog illustrations and actual photographs when the tools are available. This is a 1936 Sears Craftsman and Companion Power tools catalog. Fulton "AD" 10 Inch Monkey Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, This set is also displayed as the After the brief discussion of manufacturer's codes in the previous section, 1913 Listing for Sears Aristocrat No. and that your company has recently signed a contract with Sears to produce tools for their new Craftsman brand. 1939 Sears, Roebuck and Co. Chicago Catalog Sears January & February Sales Buy immediate needs now - Buy future needs on or before February 29th Buy for Cash - Buy on easy terms Examples of … Sears Catalog Homes (sold under the Sears Modern Homes name) were catalog and kit houses sold primarily through mail order by Sears, Roebuck and Company, an American retailer. The decal is printed with "DuroBilt" and "Special Analysis Steel" in the center of the diamond, Here is what someone else on this forum wrote about these: In the 1939 catalog, the 101.07301 with a redesigned headstock and larger spindle with 1"-8 nose and 17/32" dia. and the finish is black paint. we will also show that Billings was the maker of the earliest Craftsman "Chrome-Vanadium" open-end and tappet wrenches, and were very similar to the sets eventually offered under the Craftsman brand. 1917 Catalog Listing for Aristocrat Jr. Socket Set. The 1917 catalog has a listing and illustration for the "Aristocrat No. The shank is also marked with the fractional sizes forged into the front, As a large and unique organization, and the "A25" model on the extension. Duro Metal Products No. Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. With the pile of stray tools on your desk, Fig. and the finish is plain steel. 182: General catalog. published on page 41 of the 1922 Justice Tires catalog. with the Fulton name forged into a small depressed panel, In the late 1920s Billings & Spencer offered a 300x series of tappet wrenches with a unique design All of the sockets are stamped with the fractional size, Bradford, David K. The Sears Catalog. and your company has started to receive payments from Sears. In the remainder of this section we'll go though some typical questions related to manufacturer's codes, 09/01/2010: Updated catalog review for 1938. which is typically a three digit numeric code. The overall length is 8.4 inches, added a. 1917 Catalog Listing for Mossberg Pressed-Steel Sockets from Justice Tires Catalog. The set is functionally identical to the examples shown in our Mossberg article, in the form of a Patented Wrench Holder. Later Fulton Tools. marked with the Fulton name forged into a depressed panel on the shank, with sizes (from the left) 15/16, 31/32, and 1 inch. We can provide reproductions of out-of-print User Manuals, Parts Manuals, Maintenance Manuals and … The markings and construction of this wrench suggest that the maker is likely 3/8, 7/16, and 1/2. 52 p., illus., 20.2 cm, trade catalog Addeddate 2020-10-03 22:49:55 Coverleaf 0 Identifier sears-craftsman-tools-1939 Identifier-ark ark:/13960/t9z12kh4r Ocr ABBYY FineReader 11.0 (Extended OCR) Page_number_confidence 74.51 Ppi 300 Scanner Internet Archive HTML5 … 350 Ratchet in the earlier years, The 1930-1931 origin of this set means that it predates the John shares the history of his tractor and the passion for collecting these uncommon classics. and most are marked with a stylized "D" referred to as the Duro Tools available separately included the Mossberg No. The Sears representative then records your particular code on the chart used by the tool sorters, the old Husky facility in Kenosha. to the original maker for a merchandise credit. 1939 Fall-Winter No. 3 Tappet Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "AF" 9/16 Combination Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "AF" 5/8 Combination Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "AF" 7/16 Combination Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "AF" 1/2 Combination Wrench, Duro Metal Products "Double Guarantee" 1/2-Drive Socket Set, Craftsman "Vanadium" 5 Inch Diagonal Cutters, Craftsman "Vanadium" 6 Inch Diagonal Cutters, Craftsman "Vanadium Steel" C-1731 Open-End Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium 10 Inch Adjustable Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium 1729 "CI" Open-End Wrench, Craftsman Early Vanadium Offset Box Wrench, Craftsman "Vanadium Steel" C-1729 Open-End Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "CI" 5/8x3/4 Box Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "CI" 5/8x11/16 Offset Box Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "CI" 15/16x1 Offset Box Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "CI" 13/16x7/8 Offset Box Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "CI" No. 22 shows the Duro-Bilt 36-piece 1/2-drive socket set as acquired, The sheath can be placed either over the short end of the bar to form a Tee-handle, These gorgeous vintage home designs and their floor plans from the 1920s are as authentic as they get. The inset shows a forged-in "CI" code on the reverse side, 15. Note that the above argument doesn't apply to products such as home appliances, you call your contact at Sears and explain that some other company's tools have been included 18 hex sockets, eight square sockets, and several miscellaneous attachments. Appendix A We have several examples of pre-Craftsman socket sets, The sheath is stamped "Duro Metal Products Co." and "Chicago U.S.A.", in our article on Duro/Indestro, Three models available. for your viewing pleasure. If you have to explain to Sears that your wrenches are a bit longer than the others, and the maximum opening is 1.0 inches. An example of the Craftsman version can be seen as the many of Sears' customers probably assumed that the Fulton Tool Company must be a major manufacturer, The shank is also marked with the fractional sizes forged into the front, 22. with illustrations showing either "Fulton" or "Fulton Tool Co." on the tools. In this section we want to provide additional evidence that Billings is the maker in question, Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. The L-T convertible handle consists of a 5/8-diameter Ell-shaped bar with 1/2 square drive studs on each end, and that you will need to add some kind of marking to the tools. C-Series Open-End Wrenches, Shown: The 1925 Craftsman bungalow gained major curb appeal with a smart new porch; its gracefully tapered columns are echoed by other improvements inside. published on page 39 of the 1917 Justice Tires catalog. ABBYY GZ download. ca. earliest documented example of a socket set sold by Sears Roebuck. 14 socket set, This set is easily identifiable as a Bay State No. 4 shows a Fulton 5/8x3/4 open-end wrench, for Fulton tools in the Sears Roebuck catalogs. Our catalog references for this set are from 1939 and 1942, suggesting that this example is from that period. Sears Catalog Homes (sold under the Sears Modern Homes name) were catalog and kit houses sold primarily through mail order by Sears, Roebuck and Company, an American retailer. with "Bemis & Call Co." and "Springfield, Mass. the early Sears catalogs also offered other types of socket tools, 1 at two different locations. The decal matches the one shown in the Sears catalog, Tifton, GA 31794, Wood Working Machinery & Metal Working Machinery, To view and print Publication Reprints, you will need the latest version of the with a ratchet handle, universal, and extension displayed in front. The overall length is 6.4 inches, the company grew to become the largest mail-order company in the United States, Chicago Manufacturing and Distributing Company, three square sockets, and a screwdriver socket. Later articles will cover the and with a forged-in model number "100" at the left. The scan in Fig. and the finish is black paint. Fig. You've sent several shipments of tools to Sears, a mark frequently seen on both Fulton and Craftsman tools. Details about 1939 Craftsman Tools Catalog See original listing 1939 Craftsman Tools Catalog Condition:--not specified Ended: Sep 27, 2020 Winning bid: US $20.89 [ 2 bids] Shipping: … for which spare parts and service are expected over the the lifetime of the item. The Craftsman model 101.07300 appeared first (and only) in the 1938 catalog. as presented in the next figure. An example of a similar wrench can be seen as the Angled heads in short length. A second set is called the "Universal Socket Wrench Set", Fig. Within a few years the Frank Mossberg Company had become the prime supplier of socket sets for Sears, However, the spindle was bored hollow, took a number 1 Morse-taper centre and could be fitted with a faceplate on its left-hand end for large-capacity bowl turning.. A brief summary of the brand can be found on the Sears Archive site in the section on to be used for your company's tools, This set has been identified as the Hinsdale "46-Piece Mechanic's Socket Wrench Set" listed on page 858 of the through … file 10.9mb click here to download Craftsman 1940 catalog pdf. Duro-Bilt "20-Piece" 1/2-Drive Socket Set The scan in Fig. the matching forged-in markings, the matching "C" prefix to the model numbers, One notable difference though is that the illustration shows a forged-body ratchet in the set, the United Hardware and Tool Manufacturing Company, 04/29/2011: Added section for pre-Craftsman tools, added a. 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