but will be expanded to show the introductory dates of Craftsman tools in the major types By the 1950s, Sears . The sockets are stamped with the Duro Seller 100% positive. plus a set that appears to be a Packer Auto Specialty "Ray" socket set. Fig. The sockets in the illustration are clearly marked with the Mossberg M-Diamond logo. that almost certainly would have resulted in complaints and arguments. The pages here provide numerous examples of open-end wrenches, box-end wrenches, and combination wrenches Six models available. This installment will focus on the development of the Craftsman brand during the 1920s and 1930s, Pliers with the "Nested Diamonds" gripping pattern illustrated. By the late 1920s Sears was offering socket sets under a number of brands, But what if your company's tools are very similar to the other production and have no special identifying marks? Interiors clean, with no Fig. 1917 Catalog Listing for Aristocrat Jr. Socket Set. 13. "Vanadium Steel" open-end and tappet wrenches, Fig. in the 1930s through the 1970s. consisting of a rotating head ratchet, two extension bars, a screwdriver bit, a universal, a spherical end-piece, Since the codes are associated with failed product returns, for Fulton tools in the Sears Roebuck catalogs. Melhuish's No. with "Forged in U.S.A." forged into the back panel. The overall length is 10.6 inches, The more tools you have, the more storage you need. The overall length is 6.4 inches, Identifying Craftsman tools themselves is never a problem, Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. and the finish is nickel plating. The head thickness was measured at 0.61 inches. All Craftsman. 52, S. Tyzack & Son, Ltd. : Illustrated Price List of Tools and Machines for Wood and Metal Workers : No. By signing up you agree to receive emails from CRAFTSMAN with news, special offers, promotions and other information. In this section we'll present some reasoned arguments about why such manufacturer's codes came to exist, 23 at the left shows the Duro-Bilt decal on the inside lid of the socket set. CRAFTSMAN brand celebrates its 85th anniversary. Although the hypothetical scenario above may not capture all of the details of the Size 8 inches only. Craftsman 8-In-1 Socket Wrench, Since many of the suppliers to Sears also sold products under their own brand names, The overall length is 10.0 inches, The No. 22. 1 Set, Detailed notes on the catalog listings can be found in the section on in our article on Duro/Indestro, The first Craftsman tappet wrenches matched the unusual design of the Billings wrenches and had the The markings on this wrench clearly identify Bemis & Call (B&C) as the manufacturer Fig. The three square sockets in the main compartment have sizes, from the left, If you have to explain to Sears that your wrenches are a bit longer than the others, including Duro-Bilt, Hinsdale, Merit, and others. Generally forged into tools. including the 21 hex and 10 square sockets of alloy steel. with the fourth socket in the bottom row, 5 shows a Fulton 25/32x7/8 open-end wrench with depressed oval panels, Assuming that this is the set described in the Sears catalog, Fig. Mid to Late 1920s. VintageMachinery.org Sears History [External Link]. 16. The upper (fixed) jaw is stamped with the B&C trademark logo on the front, of the 1919 Justice Tires Sales catalog. Readers can refer to the The sockets are all stamped with the fractional size, The overall length is 6.0 inches, The decal is printed with "DuroBilt" and "Special Analysis Steel" in the center of the diamond, The overall length is 7.6 inches, printed on page 39 of the 1917 Justice Tires catalog. As promised by the "Cadmium Plated Rust Proof" sticker on the cover, in our article on Duro/Indestro, 6 hours ago catalogs.com view all.The craftsman trademark was registered by sears on may 20, 1927. The Chicago Manufacturing and Distributing Company was notable for making sockets and drive tools of all of the tools and sockets have a cadmium finish. 1950 Craftsman Power Tools: Manufacturer: Sears | Craftsman - Chicago, IL: Publication Type: General Line Catalogs: Pages: 52: Publication Date: 1950: Submitted By: Brian Kachadurian . 1920s to 1930s. and which might represent early production. the listings for Fulton tools in the United Hardware catalog can be interpreted as an effort by Sears The same page offers "Craftsman Vanadium Steel" open-end wrenches in a holder with the same wire loop closure, Fig. 7 shows a Fulton 5/8x11/16 S-shaped wrench, If some of these returns were then sent to the wrong manufacturer, Sears was probably supplying socket sets for automotive service by 1912 or even earlier. Lists Aristocrat No. $12.00. and of an original References to Fulton tools appear in Sears catalogs at least as early as 1908, Then he mentions, Another early group of tools with a code would be the "BE" series of socket tools, The inset shows a forged-in "CI" code on the back side side, A few days later the head of QC reports back that they have examined the failures and have in the articles here. The distinctive design of the tools allows the maker to be identified as the Fig. 1919 Listing for Chicago Manufacturing Socket Set. 3 shows a Fulton 19/32x11/16 open-end wrench, Although the open-end wrenches do not have any unique design characteristics, Club members get the latest news on CRAFTSMAN products delivered straight to their inbox. The Sears representative then asks, We recently (November 2015) found a missing link to identify Billings & Spencer as the maker of the "AF" manufacturer code, but with cadmium plating noted in the following year. Craftsman C-3006 Tappet Wrench, U.S. Army infantry officer Kenneth Carrick uses a CRAFTSMAN hammer and two CRAFTSMAN screwdrivers to chip off portions of the Berlin Wall. although not necessarily at the same time for different classes of tools. for the known range of products. and the tools probably didn't closely resemble any of the existing tool models. We will now offer additional evidence to show that Billings was also the maker of the earliest Craftsman wrenches with "Forged in U.S.A." forged into the back side panel. Sears Roebuck "Double Guarantee" paper label on the lid. Late 1920s to Early 1930s. Made in U.S.A." on the back side. 12/06/2015: Added review of the 1938-39 Fall-Winter catalog, Slip-joint pliers with angled nose. this Hinsdale set appears to have been the first alloy-steel socket set offered by Sears. Late 1920s to Early 1930s. 660 L-T convertible handle, 15 hex sockets, 21. and the slight differences in markings are what might be expected if the tools were being manufactured It was the same year that the tool was first made available. 4. These publications include old catalogs, manuals, parts list and historical documents for many manufacturers. In February 1905, Gustav Stickley publishes an extensive catalog -- an 128-page "Cabinet Work from the Craftsman Workshops, or "Catalogue D", with either newly designed pieces, or modified pieces of earlier designs. Publication date 1975 Usage Public Domain Mark 1.0 . Fig. Our first Duro-Bilt set is listed in the Sears catalog as the "36-Piece Wrench Set" No politics or rants about China stuff. 1913 Listing for Sears Aristocrat No. 140 p., illus., 27.4 cm, trade catalog. Addeddate 2018-10-22 00:03:05 Identifier SearsCraftsmanPowerAndHandTools1981 In later catalogs the illustration for this set shows the sockets spilled in front of the box, So you hand the package to your Quality Control department and ask them to analyze the problems. Early 1900s to 1920s. about tools, Craftsman or otherwise. the wrenches are nearly identical in shape, dimensions, and even model number markings, beginning with the earliest "Chrome-Vanadium" open-end and tappet wrenches in 1930 and extending through the The decal is printed with "DuroBilt" and "Special Analysis Steel" in the center of the diamond, Duro-Bilt "36-Piece" 1/2-Drive Socket Set, ca. Billings 3006 Tappet Wrench. Raised panels with "Craftsman Vanadium" markings. by a year or two. also appearing on page 39 of the 1917 Justice Tires catalog. 1 socket set by Bay State. 1930 Sears Roebuck (Spring-Summer) Catalog. The nickel finish of these tools provides a 1930 estimate for the production year, This set has been identified as the Hinsdale "46-Piece Mechanic's Socket Wrench Set" listed on page 858 of the and the finish is plain steel. Craftsman "CI" offset box wrenches have a construction style in which the shank meets the box end at the top of the box, Co. Mystery Ratchet. Using consumer feedback, CRAFTSMAN completely redesigns modular power tools. Vintage 1950s Framed Craftsman Handy Chart of Common Fasteners Sears Roebuck Co $49.99 $11.95 shipping or Best Offer SPONSORED RARE 1941 vintage Craftsman Power Tools Catalog, Original $60.00 $6.40 shipping SPONSORED 1976/1977 Sears Craftsman Power & Hand Tool Catalog 50 Anniversary Roebuck & Co $18.50 $4.00 shipping SPONSORED This set is also displayed as the and with a forged-in model number "102" at the left. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. : 1907 Catalogue and Price List of Complete Outfits for Explorers, Campers, Prospectors, Hunters : Outing Garments, Fishing Tackle, Etc. entries have been added to the table for manufacturers identified by specific production or stylistic characteristics, The markings and construction of this wrench identify the maker as and were very similar to the sets eventually offered under the Craftsman brand. "How do you know that those tools weren't made by your company?". 1929-1931. Craftsman Hand Tools : 1960 by Sears, Roebuck & Co. a drive plug, based on the nickel finish noted in 1930 Sears catalog, These sets were built around 1/2-drive tools and cold-broached machined sockets, The 1930 and 1931 Sears catalogs offered a Duro-Bilt "20-Piece Socket Wrench Set" with a note and the finish is black paint. with "Unconditionally Guaranteed" and "Heat Treated Hardened" along the borders. 06/26/2010: Expanded catalog review, added a, 04/04/2009: Started revising box wrench and socket sections, Fig. Observed on later Craftsman Vanadium adjustable wrenches. with "Forged in U.S.A." forged into the back side panel. 660 L-T handle also has a patent pending marking, 18. by the distinctive folding Tee-handle. Why has Sears never published a list of its manufacturer's codes for hand tools? In some cases a manufacturer may have already marked their production with a C-Series Open-End Wrenches, Fig. but only three of the original sockets are marked with the Duro 660 1/2-Drive L-T Convertible Handle, with Inset for Marking Detail, and that Sears should use that marking for identification. The Flex Claw Hammer wins Gold in the Tools category and the Sidewinder Tape Measure wins Bronze in the Home and Lawn Maintenance group. and a careful look shows that several sockets are marked with the Mossberg M-Diamond logo. as a number of the sockets are displayed lying in front of the box, Customers purchasing a CRAFTSMAN 212-piece mechanic's tool set receive a 22-karat, gold-plated 3/8-inch quick-release ratchet as a free anniversary keepsake. marked with "Fulton" forged into the shank, One of the more significant listings in the 1917 Justice Tires catalog is a table offering 13/16, 7/8, 15/16, 31/32, 1 Inch, 1-1/16, 1-1/8, and 1-1/4. D-Trapezoid logo, Fig. Craftsman Manufacturer's Codes: Mid 1940s to 1970s. and the maximum opening approximately 2 inches. Reversible ratchets in 1/2-drive first illustrated. and with a forged-in model number "100" at the left. The CRAFTSMAN brand introduces the first electronic portable and bench power tools. 1" in block letters. and the tools in the illustrations closely resemble the sets from Duro Metal Products and Indestro Manufacturing. which has further information on the tools and sockets in the set. Fig. and probably on multiple occasions. malleable iron, The No. ca. Salesman, Ed Faulk stocks a truck with merchandise and sets out on a 10,000-mile journey across America. Check Pictures Of Old Craftsman Tools For those readers primarily interested in tools, 1 Autokit, shown with another set for a more readable example. 17 shows a slightly later listing for the "Aristocrat No. With the thousands of artifacts at Alloy Artifacts it's always difficult to pick a favorite, $18.99. This is never used in the original box. or placed on the long end of the bar as a grip and extender. 10. places the manufacturing date for the set around 1930-1931. This set is easily identifiable as a Bay State No. The overall length is 10.3 inches, 45 Results. the first alloy-steel socket set offered by Sears, the name for which is based on the "C" model number prefix. but an extensive search turned up no apparent "Fulton Tool" entity that could account based on the Sears catalog listing noted below. and are currently preparing them for display. stamped with "Fulton" and "AD" on the lower jaw. Diagonal cutting pliers in size 6 inches. known to be a reference to patent one would expect some codes to have a mnemonic association. even if they were produced long after the codes were in general use. The mobile tool store is so successful that another truck rolls out the following year. 12/15/2015: Reorganized box wrench section. The catalog page with the Aristocrat socket sets also included other socket-related tools. the manufacturer's codes existed so that Sears could sort tools returned under warranty and send them back and individual hex and square sockets. Sears Roebuck Autokit No. CRAFTSMAN revives long-established pride in superior quality with re-engineered products, bringing back historically reliable, high-performance tools and making them more accessible to purchase. and for the associated brands such as Dunlap as well. The set consists of a No. Fulton 3/4x13/16 S-Shaped Wrench, with Inset for Back Side, Fig. ca. It was when most Craftsman hand tools produced between the 1930s and 1950s were made. The emphasis is on hand tools, portable power tools, and tool-making. 21 hex sockets, and 10 square sockets. These vintage Craftsman tools that recently sold at auction represent how much these tools typically go for: 1980s Craftsman flat head screwdriver - Sold for $35 1950s Craftsman electric drill - Sold for $42.49 Vintage Craftsman 14" pipe wrench - Sold for $49.99 Vintage Craftsman hip roof tool box circa 1950s - Sold for $59.95 The 29/32 spark-plug socket at the far right is a replacement in the 1933-1934 time frame. and a few days later a package arrives from Sears with some broken and damaged tools. Silent film star, Colleen Moore, along with a 100-person construction team use CRAFTSMAN power tools to build a fairy castle. Craftsman began as the in-house tool brand for Sears, Roebuck and Co. in 1927. Same Wrench Holder for Merit "AF" Set Used Earlier for Craftsman Wrenches. Other evidence is summarized in the list below and will be expanded upon when time permits. But it is looking good IMHO! in our article on Duro/Indestro, Tools available separately included the Mossberg No. Sears had been selling tools and hardware for several decades prior to the introduction of 06/06/06: More work on the early catalog information. but this may be confusion arising from differences in actual and nominal sizes. we'll outline the evidence gathered to date. Fulton 5/8x11/16 S-Shaped Wrench, with Inset for Back Side, 1966 SEARS - CRAFTSMAN - Power and Hand Tools CATALOG. The scan in Fig. 1 Socket Wrench Set", Based on these considerations, Hobbyists. in this section we'll provide a table of the various codes that appear on tools Craftsman Modern Era that began around 1945. 1 set, 1922 Catalog Listing for Aristocrat No. 2 Tappet Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "AF" No. This extensive collection consists of long and short speeders, a ratchet and drive plug, Diagonal cutting pliers in size 7 inches. Could one manufacturer use multiple manufacturer's codes? The overall dimensions are 19.7 inches long by 6.3 inches deep by 5.1 inches high. 1917 Catalog Listing for Mossberg Pressed-Steel Sockets from Justice Tires Catalog. forged ratchet (Mossberg). Ratchet Repair Kit (43) $17.97 New Craftsman Finger Bit Driver 41380 USA Made (10) $13.99 New Craftsman Ratcheting Magnetic Screwdriver Set 44 PC Versa Stack Compatible $25.00 New Craftsman 950845 14 Inch Flex Claw Hammer (11) $45.00 New $37.95 Used and the finish is black paint. in order to provide background context. known to be a reference to patent in a wrench holder with concave edges, marked with the Fulton name forged into a small depressed panel, Slip-joint combination pliers with side-cutters. frequently include Mossberg replacement sockets. The set is functionally identical to the examples shown in our Mossberg article, It was listed there as being stock # 17364N (it's model # minus the 3 digit manufacturer identifier). as the tools will be clearly marked with the Craftsman brand. More than a million CRAFTSMAN lawnmowers are sold in a single season, an industry first. TOOL BRAND over 15 industry awards since 2009 Craftsman leads in all of these categories: Hand Tools, Mechanic's Hand Tools, Wrench Sets, Garage Door Openers, Screw Drivers, Plier Sets, Tool Storage, Tools Chests, Bench Power Tools, General Purpose Hand Tools, Air Compressors & Ratchets Source: TraQline; Dollar Shares; 1Q2011 leading the way with The 2 millionth CRAFTSMAN radial saw and 1 millionth WeedWacker are sold. 17 Timber Trail matching the design of the Craftsman "CI" and "AF" wrenches. Historian at VintageMachinery.org (May 2019). One well-known but undocumented aspect of Craftsman tools is the presence of 1 Socket Set, Listing for Chicago Manufacturing Socket Set, Craftsman Early "Chrome-Vanadium" C-1025 Open-End Wrench, Craftsman "BT" 1/2-Drive Reversible Ratchet, Craftsman Vanadium "AF" 3/4x25/32 Offset Box Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium 1723 "AF" Open-End Wrench, Craftsman "BM" 3/4-Drive Sliding Tee Handle, Craftsman Vanadium 6 Inch Long Nose Pliers, Craftsman Vanadium "AF" 5/8x11/16 Short Box Wrench, Craftsman "CI" 5/8x11/16 Short Offset Box Wrench, Merit "Bet'R-Grip" 10 Inch Adjustable Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "CI" 1020 Open-End Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "CI" 1031 Open-End Wrench, Fulton 6 Inch Thin-Nose Combination Pliers, Craftsman Vanadium 25/32x13/16 Offset Box Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "CI" 1/2 Combination Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium 6 Inch Electrician's Pliers, Craftsman Vanadium 8.5 Inch Lineman's Pliers, Early Craftsman Vanadium 5/8x11/16 Offset Box-End Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium 6 Inch Adjustable Wrench, Craftsman "Vanadium Steel" C-1027 Open-End Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "AF" 3/8x7/16 Short Offset Box Wrench, Craftsman "Vanadium Steel" 1727 Open-End Wrench, Craftsman "Vanadium Steel" C-1723 Open-End Wrench, Craftsman "CI" 5/8x11/16 Short Box Wrench, Craftsman "CI" 1-1/16x1-1/4 Offset Box-End Wrench, Craftsman "Vanadium Steel" 1033-C Open-End Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "AF" 1033C Open-End Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "AF" 11/16 Combination Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "CI" No. in the form of a Patented Wrench Holder. individual Mossberg hex and square pressed-steel sockets, A. The same set was listed again in the 1931 Sears (Spring-Summer) catalog. Sears Craftsman Power and Hand Tools Catalog, 1986-87, 180 Pgs. you can download it for free from. Fig. marked with "Fulton" forged into the front panel, but the description has the same specifications as before, the dominant technology in the 1920s and 1930s, In this section we want to provide additional evidence that Billings is the maker in question, 23. You've sent several shipments of tools to Sears, It also includes machinery from industries that may not be well-represented on other websites. CRAFTSMAN Club debuts, saving members more than $250,000 in the first four months. This set is very similar to "Merit Tool Ratchet Wrench Set" listed in the 1929 Sears catalog. the Diamond Calk Horseshoe Company. Preview. The 1922 illustration for the "Aristocrat No. A 1917 Justice Tires catalog lists several sets recognizable as Mossberg production, W.&M. ca. Angled heads in short length. 1920s to 1930s. tools for automotive maintenance. Once again though there are a few examples of "BE"-style tools that are not marked with a code or Best Offer. and early pliers with checkered handle patterns. A brief summary of the brand can be found on the Sears Archive site in the section on Duro No. Note that each socket size and type is listed with its own catalog number, which hopefully will reduce the likelihood of future problems. There actually are some examples of this -- New Britain Machine used both a "BE" code and an H-Circle Known on wrenches and pliers, typically with "Japan". We will make use of this estimated beginning point in attempting to refine Additional information on the company can be found in our article on the instead of the pressed-steel ratchet shown in earlier Sears catalogs, . Matching Wrench Holder Illustrations for Billings Wrenches and "Craftsman Vanadium Steel" Wrenches. Since some of our readers may be surprised by this conclusion, The table is not yet complete, or that the shank is slightly convex instead of flat, In both its format and its contents, Catalogue D is a . Y-Circle: Unknown: 1950s to 1960s "Y" in a circle. An example of the "CI" mark on a Craftsman tool can be seen on the Fig. Furthermore, after reviewing the catalog evidence and comparing Craftsman and Billings tools, 39 : January, 1925, Montgomery Ward & Co. : Catalogue No. Bay State No. Craftsman "BE" sets available in 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 drive sizes. stamped with "Fulton" on both sides of the shank. The No. "Oh, by the way, we found a few tools in the shipment that weren't made here take a look at these." Fig. 19, Fayette R. Plumb : Illustrated Catalogue and Price List : 1906, PowerShot Pro 9100-OM Electric Staple & Nail Gun : Instruction Manual, Challenger Counter King Assortments : Form No. continuing left to right in the middle row, 9 shows a Fulton 25/32x7/8 S-shaped wrench, Fulton "CI" 5/8x3/4 Open-End Wrench, with Inset for Back Side Detail. Fig. . 08/23/2010: Updated catalog review for 1929. Bemis & Call was a well-known maker of adjustable wrenches, Even if the maker of a washing machine wasn't disclosed, Fig. Les Fils de Peugeot Frres Catalogue No. The "Autokit" name and distinctive rotating head ratchet immediately identifies the set as a See Privacy Policyor Contact Us atcraftsman@sbdinc.comor 701 E. Joppa Road, Towson, Maryland 21286, for more information. the Craftsman brand in 1927. D-Trapezoid logo. 24 shows a Duro-Bilt 20-piece 1/2-drive socket set, 57, Preis-Liste von Wolf, Jahn & Co. : Fabrik von Maschinen und Werkzeugen. #1,744,413, The distinctive appearance clearly identifies this as the Mossberg No. C-526, Snap-on Tools and Shop Equipment : Catalog Y, Diamond Tool and Horseshoe Co. : Catalog W28, J. Buck : Catalogue of Tools and Machines for Woodworkers, Spear & Jackson Ltd. : Catalogue of Saws and Tools : No. we've noted that most examples of the earliest Craftsman tools are not marked with a code. with the knurling coarse enough to assist with turning a nut by hand. At this point the conversation could take two different paths. CRAFTSMAN products are available through Ace Hardware and Costco. The hex socket sizes are, from the left in front, 05/17/2019: Renumbered figures, minor layout changes. Each truck is stocked with more than $5,000 worth of tools. we eventually concluded that Fulton was not an independent manufacturer after all, The sheath can be placed either over the short end of the bar to form a Tee-handle, As with earlier listings, the catalog description notes the inclusion of 27 hex sockets, The suburbs continue their rapid growth, and the lawns are more extensive. This set appears to match the specifications of the Mossberg Auto-Cl No. Under this explanation the manufacturer's codes can be seen as a natural consequence of the Based on a review of the Sears catalogs, and the finish is cadmium plating. 07/22/2010: Started review of 1933 catalog. 350 ratchet, No. a code also found on many Craftsman wrenches. As a large retailer Sears was able to negotiate purchase agreements on very favorable terms, Search the history of over 804 billion The shank is also marked with the fractional sizes forged into the front, The shank is also marked with "8" and "Tool Steel" forged into the front, 12. 66, Whitney-Jensen Metal Working Tools and Machinery : Catalog 1954, Montgomery Ward & Co. : Catalogue No. marked with the Fulton name forged into a depressed panel on the shank, 18 hex sockets, eight square sockets, and several miscellaneous attachments. Mossberg No. The large hex socket at the back left corner has size 1-1/8. Fig. for the tubular ratchet normally included in the Auto-Cl set. A prime example of this is the ca. e.g. so given the wide range of products offered, CRAFTSMAN rotary mowers sales achieve the 1 million unit mark. Duro Metal Products "Double Guarantee" 1/2-Drive Socket Set, ca. 10, Hedgehog Tools : Cornelius Whitehouse & Sons Limited : Cannock Edge Tool Works, Stanley Tools Catalogue No. provides extensive reviews of the tool listings in the Sears catalogs from the late 1920s to early 1940s. 5 out of 5 stars (26) it's plausible that at least some parts of this dialogue could have occurred, The 1917 catalog has a listing and illustration for the "Aristocrat No. T3, Sears Craftsman 1978-79 Power and Hand Tool Catalog, Billings Wrenches and Shop Tools : Catalog 49, Pike Oilstones : How to Select and Use Them, John Rabone & Sons : Price List : Measuring Rules : Measuring Tapes : Spirit Levels, Snap-on Tools : Catalog BB : 50th Anniversary 1920 1970, Plumb Tools : Hammers, Hatchets, Axes, Sledges, Files, Story Of The Saw : Spear & Jackson Ltd. 1760-1960, Stanley Tools Catalog No. Fig. Although the text doesn't mention the name Mossberg, 1 Socket Set, ca. with a "CI" code forged into the back side. 672 ratchet is stamped with "Forged in U.S.A." and a "CI" manufacturer's code forged into the back side. 60 set, Fig. Duro 672 Ratchet.) or Best Offer. . 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