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Offline keykeeper

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Wanted: Hinsdale DBE HD series wrenches
« on: March 07, 2012, 09:12:02 AM »
Looking for Hinsdale Offset Double Box wrenches.
Specifically, the HD series with round shanks.
Finish condition not important, as long as they aren't pitted heavily. These will be users for my toolbox. I just like the heavy feel of them!

I have a few, will update with a list of specific ones I am after later this afternoon.
I think I have the HD3,HD5, & HD6

For sure I need the HD1 3/8 x 7/16
                                HD2 1/2 x 9/16
                                HD4 3/4 x 25/32

I currently have the following:

NO HD markings, marked front only with sizes and Hinsdale:
7/8 x 13/16
15/16 x 1

HD marked(front has sizes and back marked with HD designation w/Chrome Vanadium):
HD3 5/8 x 11/16

HD Series with 32nd increment markings (front only):
HD-12--14  7/16 x 3/8
HD-20--22   5/8 x 11/16
HD-24--25 3/4 x 25/64 (Coming from Fins/413)

They look like this--

Also interested in any of the later HD series with the designations based on 32nds (IE: 18--20, 22--24, etc.)
Like this:



Photos courtesy of alloy-artifacts tool history website. Hope it is ok to link to their photos from here.

I may not be able to put one perfect match set together, so PM me if you have any of these that I didn't list above. At least maybe get a working set together. Thanks.
« Last Edit: March 22, 2012, 08:36:42 PM by keykeeper »
-Aaron C.

My vintage tool Want list:
Wards Master Quality 1/2" drive sockets (Need size 5/8), long extension, & speeder handle.
-Vlchek WB* series double box wrenches.
-Hinsdale double-box end round shank wrenches.

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Re: Wanted: Hinsdale DBE HD series wrenches
« Reply #1 on: March 07, 2012, 10:20:36 AM »
I dont see if you have this, I have the 5/8 x 11/16.
Old tractors, old cars, new Harleys

Looking for HinsDale 4 points 1/2dr in a few sizes and a Bonney 12point 1/2" in 3/8dr.

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Re: Wanted: Hinsdale DBE HD series wrenches
« Reply #2 on: March 07, 2012, 10:40:52 AM »
I think I have the HD3 in that size, KOB, but I will make sure when I get home later this afternoon.

Is it the older style as pictured, or the newer with the sizes marked like "20-22".

I'll get back with you on this, I may need it.
-Aaron C.

My vintage tool Want list:
Wards Master Quality 1/2" drive sockets (Need size 5/8), long extension, & speeder handle.
-Vlchek WB* series double box wrenches.
-Hinsdale double-box end round shank wrenches.

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Re: Wanted: Hinsdale DBE HD series wrenches
« Reply #3 on: March 07, 2012, 11:34:08 AM »
Looks like the top pic, but no back side marking of any kind.
Old tractors, old cars, new Harleys

Looking for HinsDale 4 points 1/2dr in a few sizes and a Bonney 12point 1/2" in 3/8dr.

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Re: Wanted: Hinsdale DBE HD series wrenches
« Reply #4 on: March 07, 2012, 11:56:08 AM »
Looks like there are 3 kinds of these:

One style marked one side only, without backside marking of HD designation
One style marked both sides, with HD designation on back
Newest style marked with the HD and 32nd increment designation on one side only.

KOB: I'll send you a PM on that one, it looks to match the larger ones I have.
« Last Edit: March 07, 2012, 12:06:45 PM by keykeeper »
-Aaron C.

My vintage tool Want list:
Wards Master Quality 1/2" drive sockets (Need size 5/8), long extension, & speeder handle.
-Vlchek WB* series double box wrenches.
-Hinsdale double-box end round shank wrenches.

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Re: Wanted: Hinsdale DBE HD series wrenches
« Reply #5 on: March 13, 2012, 02:00:01 PM »
I have this one I could let go if your interested...let me know

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Re: Wanted: Hinsdale DBE HD series wrenches
« Reply #6 on: March 18, 2012, 05:36:27 PM »
MOman48:

Send me a Personal Message (PM) with what you want for it shipped or any trade ideas you may have for it. Thanks.
-Aaron C.

My vintage tool Want list:
Wards Master Quality 1/2" drive sockets (Need size 5/8), long extension, & speeder handle.
-Vlchek WB* series double box wrenches.
-Hinsdale double-box end round shank wrenches.

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Re: Wanted: Hinsdale DBE HD series wrenches
« Reply #7 on: March 20, 2012, 08:35:33 AM »
Hello,   I prefer to trade.   I will check and see what I need.    Thanks