unmarked wrenches

[J.A.F.E.]

I can handle the metrics by sight up to about 19mm or so. But rusty is right about the dual dimension vehicles - I do have some trouble distinguishing between inches and metric. We are pretty lucky here in that we don't see many rusted fasteners but that's where the 32nd sizes came in handy when I lived where rust was a problem.

[1930]

Here is the links to better pict. of the wrenches I am looking for http://www.papawswrench.com/vboard/index.php?topic=29.0
http://www.papawswrench.com/vboard/index.php?topic=30.0
http://www.papawswrench.com/vboard/index.php?topic=359.0

[kxxr]

Ok, next time I'm in the shop that has that type, I will look. You are right about your pictures though, they, uuhhh, how to say it nicely .... suck.
The wrenches in the first pic look pretty thick, like over a 1/4 inch. Are they that thick?

[1930]

Kxxr try these, you might be able to see that on each of these wrenches they have a number on them, te numbers range from 1-5. I am looking for these and I am aslo looking for the identical wrenches that are un-numbered, they have nothing stamped into them at all, just plain. These all range in thickness from about 3/16 to 1/4 thick depending on size.

As you might be able to tell the second photo looks like Maxwell wrenches but without the Maxwell logo or writing on them, these are also wrenches that I am looking for. Thanks again



Thanks

[kxxr]

Thanks, I've got it locked in to the ol' steel trap memory and will keep my eyes peeled for these in my travels.

[1930]

Ok great

[kxxr]

Here's the only flat stamped one I have on hand right now. It's a big one. Maybe 12 inches.

[1930]

Yes, that is big and thanks for looking but the largest that I would be looking for is approx 9 3/4 long. That sure looks like one i could used but too long if its 12 inches. Thanks again

[kxxr]

Turns out this wrench is actually about 9 and 7/8 inches long. My estimate was a bit off. I had thrown it into the vinegar in hopes that some identifying marks would show up. If you use your imagination, you might be able to see where some marks or numbers might have been, but nothing clear or certain. Anyway, it looks a little better with less rust on it, but that may require a little imagination too.

[john k]

On the old wrenches without markings, think generic, hardware store, 1925.   Sold lots cheaper than the fancy Bonney, Williams, NB,Winchester, that came in boxes.  These came in boxes, or tubs, and sat on the floor, Yep, need one of these.  Falls off the tractor, not a big deal, twenty or thirty cents.  But they were still better than the universal five sizes cast wrenches that came with the machinery.   The guys that bought these were just transitioning from using a monkey wrench on everything.   Some of the old machinery only had 3-4 different size bolts on them, mowers, rakes, corn planters, so 3 double end wrenches did it all. 

[1930]

Turns out this wrench is actually about 9 and 7/8 inches long. My estimate was a bit off. I had thrown it into the vinegar in hopes that some identifying marks would show up. If you use your imagination, you might be able to see where some marks or numbers might have been, but nothing clear or certain. Anyway, it looks a little better with less rust on it, but that may require a little imagination too.

I hadnt noticed the little hole, wonder what the deal is with that, I prefer no holes.

[john k]

I've often found tools with a random hang hole put in the wrong place.  Seems there is a class of people that when they get a tool it immediately gets drilled and hung on a nail.  Wrenches, screwdrivers, handsaws, don't matter, its gotta hang on the wall.  Today those same people manage Cracker Barrel restuarants. 

[1930]

I've often found tools with a random hang hole put in the wrong place.  Seems there is a class of people that when they get a tool it immediately gets drilled and hung on a nail.  Wrenches, screwdrivers, handsaws, don't matter, its gotta hang on the wall.  Today those same people manage Cracker Barrel restuarants.

Had not thought of that, shame if that was the case

[Neals]

I have a couple that have the same hang holes that look to be original. If you put 1 on top of the other they line up perfectly.

[Ietech]

I have many wrenches that were specific to a particular lathe. mill, drill press,  etc..

Machinists equipment often came with a set of tools for a particular machine. This is still true - go buy a new drill press and it comes with the few tools needed but are umarked with neither manufacturer or size.