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[bird]

Let's see if I can get these photos to work!

[lptools]

Quick search and I saw this!

[bird]

Thanks, I think DRGM stands for (german words) meaning that the product was registered within all of the german states, started in 1891- 1949. This was similar to a copyright. So, I don't think that refers to a brand.
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[bird]

The Drpa stands roughly for patent applied for. So, I don't think the markings refer to a brand. I feel like I found something about these being around in WW1, but now I can't find the info!! UGHHH!

[geneg]

Strictly opinion, but WW1 seems early for hex ratcheting box ends- after WW2 sounds closer to the era. 

[bird]

Thanks, I wasn't sure about that!

[bonneyman]

Looks as handy as the Dunlap set that I have. Wonder what the internals look like?

[geneg]

Check out patent # 2500835 Feb 1947.  I have both MAC & Powrcraft ratcheting box ends with the number.  Technology seems the same on Craftsman, Dunlap, etc. 


from DATAMP.ORG:

US Patent: 2,500,835
Ratchet Wrench
Patentee:
John W. Lang (exact or similar names) - Racine, WI

USPTO Classifications:
192/41R, 81/61, D8/25

Tool Categories:
wrenches : ratchet wrenches

Assignees:
None

Manufacturer:
A & E Mfg. Co. - Racine, WI

Witnesses:
none listed

Patent Dates:
Applied:   Feb. 17, 1947
Granted:   Mar. 14, 1950

Patent Pictures: [ 1 | 2 ]

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Description:
Simple rugged ratcheting box wrench; side plates are stampings; held together by rivets.
According to Alloy Artifacts, A&E Mfg. was formed by Daniel Lang in 1932, and after this patent was received, produced these wrenches under contract to many "Brand" names, as well as issuing them under their own "Langline" house brand.
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[Danks]

Similar  markings, don't know what "Chete patent" or "RAT" stands for. Cheers