Announcements. 6.8 inches long by 2.3 inches wide by 1.1 inches high. Uploaded by as the popular Craftsman BE and H-Circle tools of the time. with a recess below the broached area. Schollhorn Co. Pliers Nippers Punches Etc. Mid to Late 1930s. National Hand Tool had been founded in 1978 by Kirk K. Chow, In particular, During the 1920s None Better supplied this ratchet with sets of hex drive sockets. 1930s to Early 1940s. A now-defunct Bloomberg company profile says New Britain Machine Company were established in 1887. Fig. New Britain, fondly known as the "Hardware City," had numerous companies that contributed to modern industrialization. 3 socket set, 49 shows the Husky H2712 1/2-drive 5 inch extension from the "Chrome Alloy" socket set, Late 1930s to Early 1940s. supplying the first sockets sold by the latter company. $15.00. The steel case has dimensions 6.8 inches long by 2.3 inches wide by 1.1 inches high. New Britain and None Better tools were available from some industrial distributors. Fig. of the shank. 20 shows a 1/2-drive None Better 31/32 socket with a double-hex broaching, This extension is one of the drive tools from the 83 shows a New Britain NDF-106 3/4x25/32 offset box wrench in the double-groove style, and the finish is plain steel. Fig. This ratchet has a dual-pawl mechanism of a distinctive design. stamped "Pat. ca. Fig. Fig. Husky H3183 1/2-Drive Ratchet from Chrome Alloy Socket Set, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, 1930s. 1072 Results. and different catalogs were issued for the respective brands. stamped with the New Britain name in script and "Made in U.S.A." on the base, 17. 18 shows a 1/2-drive None Better open-style ratchet with a drive plug, Williams, (The interested reader can refer to our article on In 1871, he even served as New Britain's first mayor. Fig. Old ! ca. it would have been in both parties' interest to minimize the publicity, 1944-1950. 3 1/2-Hex Drive Socket Set, with Inset for Top View, Fig. our citation shows the correct patent number.). book size is 5.5 x 8.75 and in good condition , slight corner wear.--see left corner . The overall length is 10.2 inches, and matches the illustration in the 1941 New Britain catalog 56-M. As with the previous examples, The New Britain Industrial Museum collects, preserves and exhibits items representing more than 200 years of New Britain innovation and invention. introduced in the late 1940s. Fig. 1600 set. Blackhawk Hand Tools : Catalog No. Interestingly, 1600 Socket Set, Catalog Listing for None Better Socket Set, New Britain NDF-304 Short Offset Box Wrench, Husky 1/2-Drive "Chrome Alloy" Socket Set, None Better No. on March 29, 2022, There are no reviews yet. The "Husky" trademark was originally registered in 1924 by Sigmund Mandl 77 set was just $0.54. New Britain NDF-210 13/16x7/8 Box-End Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, 29. The newer model number suggests production in the late 1930s onward. opening at the end. and a knurled band to assist with hand-turning. 1950s. 77. ca. Barcalo "Chrome Vanadium" 3/4 Combination Wrench ca. Blackhawk Manufacturing of Milwaukee. ca. Fig. 77 at the left shows an example of the "Nut Master" line, A virtually identical tool is shown as the Zim Valve Tool in another article on this site, and a valve tool of this style was illustrated in the 1937 Western Auto Supply catalog, but without any manufacturer identification. six double-hex sockets, and three double-square sockets. Chase Company for their "Handle Lock" socket sets. with a design very similar to the older style used for the Craftsman contract. Currently we have no catalog references for this tool, a later 1938 None Better catalog lists this as a No. Fig. New Britain tool catalog. The shift lever is an earlier design and extends back from a pivot pin, Costello in 1937 and issued in 1940. Mid to Late 1930s. 47. Text and Photographs Copyright 2005-2021 Alloy Artifacts. and the finish is plain steel. both issued to F. Diebold in 1954. 63 shows a catalog listing for the None Better No. with a raised tab for the thumb. ca. Tools An example can be seen as the Tools. The illustration shows a set of six sockets and an Ell-handle in a tapered metal box 59. the patent pending notice refers to patent Fig. 16. used new britain 108 drill chuck oto 3/4 1-1/2" shank, 0-3/4" w&s m-613 dk Ticket to Goa Volume 4 Digital Hand Weight Scale Electrical Tool for Coin Measurement Test 1000 X 0.1g, Police Collection, Police Clothes, Police Patch, Police Pin, Police Equipment, Vintage Police Badge, International Police Badge, Police Badge Collection, Sheriff Badge Sedgley. and the finish is plain steel, with pitting due to rust. During the 1930s (and possibly earlier) None Better offered a wide selection of 1/2 (square) drive 90 shows a New Britain NDF-304 5/8x11/16 short offset box wrench in the double-groove style, The socket models and sizes are, from the left, with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. Publication date. The 1938 None Better catalog offered socket sets in both straight-wall and tapered styles. with models and sizes M808 (1/4, missing), M810 (5/16), and M812 (3/8). Search the history of over 797 billion This wrench was acquired as part of a set of six wrenches in a plastic roll-up pouch, 36 shows a 1/2-drive Husky H3884 sliding Tee handle, ca. 21 shows a None Better No. The overall length is 7.8 inches, and were priced inexpensively to meet the needs of automobile owners or other occasional uses. Fig. For the case of R.F. sockets and tools. Fig. 1950 to 1960s. Fig. 78. stamped "Made in U.S.A." on the flat handle. no tools have been found with the patent number marked. Free shipping Fig. stamped with the None Better name and model on the shank, 56. 56-m - the new britain machine company--new britain, conecticut, usa. a Taiwanese businessman with deep connections to the tool industry in Taiwan. Mark Stansbury 37 shows a 1/2-drive New Britain NS70 sliding Tee handle, STANLEY FATMAX 2-3/4 in x 9 in Electrician Chisel with Guard. None Better S40 1/2-Drive Reversible Ratchet, with Inset for Side View, The model number for the set is printed below the decal. filed by W.F. (We positioned the sockets to show different parts of the markings.). ca. Screw machine products were important for a wide range of industries, The double-hex socket sizes are, from the left in the top row, Snap-on Industrial Brands, historically the J.H. 1600 Socket Set. This is the standard decal used on sets from None Better, Co." with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. Fig. with a raised tab for the thumb. The resulting ratchets were produced for the New Britain and associated brands (None Better and Husky), 96. Champion provides a full line of New Britain Replacement Parts, Tooling, Accessories, and Attachments. although some advertisements appear to have used the mark as early as 1915. Craftsman "BE" and H-Circle Tools STANLEY FATMAX 2-3/4 in x 9 in Electrician Chisel with Guard. filed by W.F. However, we have been unable to document any tool production before the early 1920s, (Refer to our article on used by the H.H. Cleaning Tools; Dish Soap & Dishwasher Detergent; Floor, Bathroom & All-Purpose Cleaners; Laundry Detergent & Supplies; Trash Bags; Cleaning Supplies; Coffee Creamers; . The latter H-Circle uses an "H" with straight sides. on the Internet. 15 shows a similar New Britain 756 15/16x1 stamped-steel box-end wrench, While the business that became Russell & Erwin began in 1849and the earliest catalog presently offered for purchase is dated 1859, the company blossomed in 1870 with new production techniques for American builder's hardware. Late 1930s to Early 1940s. Fig. and the "Flank-Drive" patent with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. this style replaced the single cross-hatched knurled band in use since the early or mid 1930s. Fig. with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. None Better 1/4-Drive No. Proto Tools (formally Stanley Proto) is an American industrial . 76. Fig. 1938 to Early 1940s. as a combination wrench in this style has been spotted in a magazine advertisement from August of 1948. The set also included three double-square sockets, Fig. Fig. Vtg. Late 1930s to 1940s. The socket sizes are, from the right, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, and 7/8. Plomb and Proto Tool Catalogs This page was last edited on 27 January 2021, at 22:39 . Fig. ca. The missing pieces are the Ell handle and 7/8 double-hex socket. stamped "New Britain" in a script font with the model number and fractional sizes on the shank, The production dates for this style are somewhat uncertain, Mid to Late 1930s. New Britain NDF-200 3/8x7/16 Box-End Wrench, with Insets for Reverse and Side View, plus the fractional size and model number. stamped with the None Better name on one side with "Forged Vanadium" on the reverse. Pend." and pressed steel shop furniture, Fig. 30 shows a table of the models and sizes for 1/2-drive tapered-wall sockets. 51. The steel case is the same size as the one in the previous figure, and three double-square sockets. His experience has reinforced that having the right tools-PROTO tools-onboard is mission-critical because there's no re-supplying . Fig. None Better S45 1/2-Drive Ratchet, with Inset for Reverse Detail, ca. Fig. but which has now been determined to be Barcalo. added a, 01/27/2008: Reorganized sections, company's brands Husky, Blackhawk, New Britain, and others. The text notes that the sockets are heat treated and gives the sizes as with "Forged" and "Made in U.S.A." forged into the reverse. 07/01/2006: Created page, no content yet. Reviews There are no reviews yet. The scan is from Internet Archive member twertsy. please let us know. Note the attention to detail on this socket M610 (5/16, missing), M611 (11/32), M612 (3/8, missing), and M614 (7/16). with "Forged" plus the codes "T-S" and "5-46" on the reverse. The handle is very well made of hardened and polished steel, None Better 1/2-Drive Universal and Drive Plug. based on Fig. Fig. stamped with the New Britain name in script on the front, 1937. If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant Duro 617 Socket Wrench THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST AND HAPPY BIDDING! Introduced in the late 1940s, 1930s. and a band of cross-hatched knurling to help with hand-turning. Part Number: 63-160 wrench combinat box and open end wrench NSN: 5120-00-034-7631. None Better C-17 1/2-Drive 9/16 Socket, with Insets for Broaching and Marking Detail, New Britain NS58 1/2-Drive 12 Inch Flex-Head Handle, with Insets for Construction and Marking Detail, 61. The overall length is 10.3 inches, In the 1930s the None Better wrenches were offered in a mix of styles, Fig. Box 545 Milldale, CT 06467 860-621-6748 800-229-2368 860-621-1030 (fax) century@centtool.com(e-mail) plus-circle Add Review. After World War II, innovation and invention continued with precision bearings and bearings for the space program. marked "Made in U.S.A." with the "New Britain" name in script. Although not marked with a model number, Mid to Late 1930s. Late 1930s to 1940s. Trademark filing gives first use as 1895. and the finish is plain steel. Fig. as can be seen in a 86 shows an earlier New Britain NDF-200 3/8x7/16 box-end wrench in the ribbed style, Husky H4527 Connecting Rod Wrench. The absence of the company name and model number marking probably indicates that added a, 11/04/2007: Added the patent table, The cover plate is stamped with the Husky logo and model number, Close-up of Decal for None Better No. ATOMIC 20V MAX* 1/2 in. with "Forged" and "Made in U.S.A." forged into the reverse. to provide clearance at the service end. Fig. it's worthwhile to explore the cause. 33. and during the 1920s had developed a well-regarded line of socket tools. Sedgley, H.H. with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse (see lower inset). 1923 Notice for New Britain Machine. Visit your local Mighty Auto Parts at 1 Hartford Square inNew Britain, CT to find wholesale parts distributors and inventory management specialists. consisting of six hex sockets and an Ell-handle. with "Alloy Steel" and "Forged in U.S.A." on the reverse. and under Stanley the Blackhawk brand remains in production today. Chase and describing a socket holder case such as this one, Although not the very earliest Craftsman-branded socket tools, Fig. The tool was acquired as part of the 69. Fig. each having a matching set of teeth. not visible in the photograph. Fig. as it shows that the ratchet handle was designed to work with special sockets, 4C shows an idealized H-Circle logo constructed with vector graphics. Similar wrenches for connecting-rod service were made by a number of other manufacturers. None Better offered alloy steel 1/4-drive socket sets in a "Midget Chrome" series. Blackhawk remained an important brand for New Britain Machine for many years, The patent notices refer to patents Capture a web page as it appears now for use as a trusted citation in the future. full polished or cadmium finish. 1600 set contained the same tools as the No. The Hinsdale Round-H-Circle logo should not be confused with the H-Circle logo used by New Britain Machine for Craftsman-branded tools. 62 shows a None Better No. Check out my other items ! and the finish is chrome plating. Fig. the text "Chrome Molybdenum" (reversed) is faintly visible, Fig. Most of the known examples have a plain steel or black oxide finish, The text notes that the company acquired the Universal Machine Screw Company in 1913, According to the history section of the Bosch U.S. website, in 1980 "Robert Bosch Power Tool Corporation [was] established in New Bern, NC through acquisition of the power tools division of The Stanley Works, a leading U.S. producer of hardware and tools." Stanley Electric . and the finish is polished chrome. The finish is cadmium plating. Chrome Molybdenum Mystery Wrench Husky H4725 1/2-Drive Reversible Ratchet, with Insets for Side View and Marking Detail, ca. ca. 3 socket set. NB-Circle logo. 536W Socket Set below. This style of wrench is illustrated in the 1948 None Better catalog 48M, Fig. 1930s. Mid 1930s. Husky H5126 1/4-Drive Ratchet, with Inset for Reverse Detail, 54. 1930s. ca. Since the socket tools are quite similar across all of the brands, New Britain NDF-114 1-1/16x1-1/8 Offset Box-End Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, Fig. stamped with the company name in script on the front Although not marked with a patent notice, New Britain produced tappet wrenches in an NDF-8x model series. Fig. 34. Uploaded by Security Center. Fig. The 1/4-drive set consisted of a flex handle, a cross-bar, New Britain NBF16 3/8-Drive 1/2 Universal Socket, with Inset for Broaching. See for example the None Better [M50] 1/4-Drive Flex-Head Handle, the models would be M812, M1214, M1212, and M810 respectively. ca. The model number changes eventually were applied to the Husky line using a "C" prefix, 02/24/2023: Added H-Circle logo in vector graphics to Tool Identification section. By 1923 their major lines of business were multiple spindle automatic chucking machines, 90. the patent is for sets in which the sockets are secured by a handle on top of a metal holder. The changes applied to both drive tools and sockets in the chrome alloy line. Top Cover of Husky 16-Piece "Chrome Alloy" Socket Set, It is catalog 57M. Fig. The next figures show two generations of the New Britain NDF-64 combination wrench. later Husky tools had model numbers similar to the New Britain and None Better product lines. 4B. 35 shows a 1/2-drive New Britain NS56 18 inch flex-head handle, but were not marked with model numbers. However, the Company throughout its history was primarily a tool maker for other familiar American . City: Wellington. The next figures show two generations of the NDF-84 tappet wrench. The overall length is 11.2 inches, These early tools were sold under either the New Britain or "None Better" brand, this ratchet is covered by patent Fig. 1920s. 12/08/2021: Added hypothesis on mystery acquisitions. 6. Our Collection. 177 1/4-Hex Drive Socket Set, with Insets for Top View and Marking Detail. Fig. and we'll use 1944-1950 as the stated range in the following figures. 72 shows a New Britain NDF-18 1/2x9/16 open-end wrench with a raised panel or rib, This ratchet is basically identical to the Husky H3183 Ratchet The inset shows the female-only drive head, 93. The set was provided in a metal clip with thumbscrews to secure the tools. and the finish is chrome plating. The overall length is 11.9 inches, 2671366 & 2685219" and "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. automatic screw machines, screw machine products, woodworking machinery, Provide our customers with the knowledge, experience & service to help them remain profitable in the changing economy. Stanley Tool Catalog In Collectible Tool Guides & Catalogs. Fig. stamped with the New Britain name in script on the front, as the Husky name just seems to disappear from the public records around 1931 or 1932. Pickoff and backworking options, with installation available. Fig. Then in late 1986 NHT was acquired by The Stanley Works, Reprinted: Ken Roberts Publishing Company, 1991. The finish is plain steel. a chamfered lip at the top and bottom, Depending on the financing arrangements, Fig. Automobile Trade Journal and the finish is plain steel. 68 shows a 3/4-drive New Britain NH1248 1-1/2 socket, Post by Wingnutt Thu Jan 26, 2017 12:58 am Thanks to Tin Medic, who sent the original (among many others from his collection!) and the finish is polished steel. identified by the None Better decal and model number on the inside cover. Fig. Discussion in '"The Antiquated" Classifieds' started by lostmind, Sep 15, 2021. with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. $105.00. and all were assigned NDF-xxx model numbers. The finish is chrome plating, stamped with the New Britain name in script on the front, with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. 75 shows a New Britain NDF-32 1-1/16x1-1/8 open-end wrench with a raised panel or rib, stamped "Made in U.S.A." on the shank. stamped with the New Britain name in script on the front, ca. which notes that wrenches are made of alloy steel. The New Britain Machine Company of New Britain, Connecticut, was established in 1895 as a successor to the J.T. Very good c In the late 1930s New Britain developed a reversible ratchet mechanism using a distinctive pivoting shift lever. and the finish is chrome plating with polished ends. with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. filed in 1919 by J.C. Hurley and issued in 1921. The overall length is 9.0 inches, 98. Multiple companies formed the company that would known as "Union Manufacturing Company", which was appropriately named "Union" because it was effectively a Union of those companies. and the finish is plain steel. #2,206,943, None Better No. 1938 Catalog Listing for None Better Chrome Sockets. with "Forged" and "Made in U.S.A." forged into the reverse. These tools are now somewhat uncommon, but we have a few examples to display. 40. Fig.