Was this old wrench used for a specific purpose?

[PDRPrescott]

Hi guys,
Another tool from my dad's shop. Assume it's a socket wrench of some kind. Wondering if this wrench was used on his 1929 Model A Truck? It's marked OWATONNA TOOL CO.

Thanks!

All best,
Paula

[lptools]

Hello, Paula. Looks like a flex head box wrench. Do the heads pivot? Regards, Lou

[PDRPrescott]

Hi Lou,

Thanks for your reply.  Yes, the heads do pivot. 

Best,
Paula

[Notlobster]

A number of companies used to make double flex head socket wrenches.  I have examples from OTC, Truth, and Snap On.  IFAIK, they are not vehicle or application specific.

[PDRPrescott]

Thanks for the reply.  Any idea of the era these were manufactured?

Best,
Paula

[bill300d]

 Also known as Saltus wrench or a flex combination wrench. OTC's manufacture of these probably started around 1940. By the late 70's most mfg's that made them were discontinuing them.
By the looks of yours I would think 40's-50's.

[coolford]

I have been trying to put a set of these (OTC) together, have 6 so far, but don't know how many make a set.

[humber2]

I have been trying to put a set of these (OTC) together, have 6 so far, but don't know how many make a set.

You have 1 to go according to Cat 49-J  from 1-52

F1214, F1618, F1820, F2022, F2224, F2628, F3032

We're offered in pouch sets of 3 or 4 but not the lot.

[PDRPrescott]

Many thanks, guys, for the prompt and informative reply.  I do like this site!

Best wishes,
Paula

[leg17]

There is a F1214 and F2224 on the bay today.
Which one you looking for Coolford?

[coolford]

Thanks humber-2, according to the list you provided I have them all.  So I will stop looking.