FIRST GENERATION TOOLS

[GRAMSCAR]

Anyone have some unique first generation or prototype tool photos to share?

 

[GRAMSCAR]

This is an electric screwdriver from the 50s, takes 2 D cell batteries. Original pouch and all the bits.

 

[kiwigtx]

Prototype screwdriver for removing dash speakers without the need to remove the windscreen...

Not very efficient.

 

[metaldad]

i have a bunch of ancient stuff.
Lane 'unique' ratcheting wrench, patented 1909. manufactured till the mid 1920's.
6 point 1/2 drive reversible.
lane primarily made automotive tools.
this one is beat to ****, still functions.
http://alloy-artifacts.org/other-makers-p2.html#lane

 

[metaldad]

how about carbon tetrachloride filled globes for fire safety?

and carbon tet spray pumps

 

[metaldad]

(cant find the wrench in the crypt)
mid 20's
(1st on the left)
cochran speed wrench, circa 1920
(2nd from the left)
http://alloy-artifacts.org/other-makers.html#cochran
monkey wrench is old, aint digging out the pipe wrench box.
4th wrench is a diamond, 60's- 70's(?)

 

[metaldad]

hinsdale ratchet/socket sets. cadium plated. 1930's
4 point female drive, needed adapter to use non reversible ratchet.

 

[metaldad]

stanley planes from the 1900's.
1st one, used to make your own trim
(carpenters back then must have had arms like popeye)

 

[metaldad]

and, mebbe someone can date this one?

 

[Runner 68]

Love the tool threads. You guys need to jump on the thread below and get up to speed.
https://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/threads/tools-explained.117636/

 

[GRAMSCAR]

i have a bunch of ancient stuff.
Lane 'unique' ratcheting wrench, patented 1909. manufactured till the mid 1920's.
6 point 1/2 drive reversible.
lane primarily made automotive tools.
this one is beat to ****, still functions.
http://alloy-artifacts.org/other-makers-p2.html#lane
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sometimes you just need an old tool to get the job done!