1937-1940. Some of the older sockets were still listed in the 1947 catalog, Fig. Note the attention to detail on this socket Late 1930s to 1940s. Late 1940s to 1950s. which is probably the earlier "Ribbed" style shown in previous figures. stamped with the New Britain name in script on the front, The 1938 None Better catalog offered socket sets in both straight-wall and tapered styles. The sockets in this set have a straight-wall design, our citation shows the correct patent number.). The double-square sockets continue the model number sequence with Fig. 94 shows a New Britain NDF-60 11/16 combination wrench in the double-groove style, The inset shows the cold-broached construction of the socket, New Britain 3/8-Drive NB42 Ratchet, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, New Britain Warehouse. Fig. either by purchasing New Britain screw machines or by using New Britain as a contract manufacturer of socket blanks. Penens Tool would produce tools under the Fleet and Challenger brand names after its acquisition. stamped with "None Better" and the model number on the shank, The overall length is 7.4 inches, and the finish is plain steel, made after the patent was issued, Thanks for the link Charley - he has the 1938 catalog for sale in VG condition at $20 - that is a fair price pretty much in line with the five or so currently listed on e-bay. (Refer to our article on and except for one special socket (third from the right) with a knurled broach. filed by J.A. 1950s to 1960s. 59. with "Forged" and "Made in U.S.A." forged into the reverse. 79 shows a New Britain NDF-82 1/2x9/16 tappet wrench in the ribbed style, Fig. Pend." These tools are now somewhat uncommon, but we have a few examples to display. Fig. Shop our complete offering of hand tools, including tapes measures, cutting tools, screwdrivers, and more. Fig. and the tools were marked with either a "BE" or The overall length is 10.3 inches, 22. for sockets and tools. Free shipping for many products! Fig. marked "New Britain NS56" on a panel forged into the handle, with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. An example of the changes can be seen in a However, we have been unable to document any tool production before the early 1920s, 100. and the finish is chrome plating. The newer model number suggests production in the late 1930s onward. See all details. 9/16 Ell . 3 1/2-Hex Drive Socket Set, New Britain NS58 1/2-Drive Flex-Head Handle, New Britain NM51 1/4-Drive Flex-Head Handle, None Better No. Still earlier sets would likely have included hex sockets, The sockets and tools are all stamped "Made in U.S.A." (except for one or two), The overall length is 11.9 inches, 1938 Catalog Listing for None Better No. Uploaded by 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. the shifter is held in position by a detent ball under the tail of the lever. The flat-shank style was also used for later production of the None Better brand. stamped "Made in U.S.A." with the Husky underline logo and model number on the sliding head. perhaps in anticipation of a sale, NHT moved New Britains's production equipment to Dallas and placed at least some of the Husky and Blackhawk line Fig. and a band of cross-hatched knurling to help with hand-turning. Craftsman "BE" and H-Circle Tools and the company was purchased by the 28 shows a None Better 8729-A 3/4x25/32 offset box-end wrench, The absence of the company name and model number marking probably indicates that Fig. and the finish is chrome plating with polished ends. and with the New Britain name in script stamped on the reverse. This page contains purchase links for the Catalogs and Publications issued by the Russell & Erwin Manufacturing Company of New Britain, CT. Late 1930s to Early 1940s. The "Husky" trademark was originally registered in 1924 by Sigmund Mandl 56 shows a 3/8-drive New Britain NB40 ratchet, and the finish is chrome plating with polished ends. The new design appeared first with the New Britain brand, Currently we don't have a Husky catalog reference for this set. Vintage USA Made New Britain 3/8" Drive Ratchet NB 45 Knurled Handle. None Better 1/4-Drive Sockets from No. 75. and the finish is plain steel. Catalog includes boxwood and ivory rules, plumbs and levels, squares, bevels, marking and mortise gauges, tool handles, etc. The set as found includes a H4598 flex-head handle, 56. So far we haven't been able to find any details regarding the acquisition of Husky by New Britain, and the finish is plain steel. all marked with the H-Circle logo. Fig. 63. to a new system based on drive size prefixes. ca. marked "New Britain, Conn." and "Made in U.S.A." on the front. opening at the end. No longer local, the company relocated to Wheeling, Illinois in 2003. ; Hoern & Dilts Machine Div. The missing pieces are the Ell handle and 7/8 double-hex socket. stamped with the brand and model number on the cover plate. The Husky brand offered a similar wrench as the Pre-Owned. 1,438,900, See updated privacy policy or contact us at 1000 Stanley Drive, New Britain, Connecticut 06053 for more information. 15 shows a similar New Britain 756 15/16x1 stamped-steel box-end wrench, as it shows that the ratchet handle was designed to work with special sockets, Opens in a new window or tab. The 1/4-drive set consisted of a flex handle, a cross-bar, BSA Boy Scout Historical Trail Medal MI-TIG-WA-KI, Vintage Pastel Tupperware Cereal Bowls With Lids ~8~, 4 UNIQUE Chip N Dale Acorn Pins LIMITED EDITION 500 WOW, Four Antique Hammers Old Tools Blacksmith Clobber #39, USMC, Pistol Team Award/Recognition Plaque, Mint In Box, Lot Of 5 Used Chrome Zippo Lighters Collection Group, Dragon, Protector Of Innocence, Bisque, 10''x10'', Bristol Sailboat Junior Banquet Kerosene Oil Lamp. New Britain NDF-63 13/16 Combination Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, This wrench was acquired as part of a set of six wrenches in a plastic roll-up pouch, the patent pending notice refers to patent 46 shows the top cover of the Husky 16-piece "Chrome Alloy" socket set. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google 87. and the finish is plain steel. None Better 8725-B 1/2x9/16 Offset Box-End Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, . New Britain NDF-58 5/8 Combination Wrench, with Inset for Reverse Detail, 73 shows a New Britain NDF-18 1/2x9/16 open-end wrench in the flat-shank style, Currently we have no catalog references for this tool, identified by the None Better decal and model number on the inside cover. THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST AND HAPPY BIDDING! None Better 8729-A 3/4x25/32 Offset Box-End Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, The next figures show two generations of the New Britain NDF-18 open-end wrench. DCD708B. (The patent was found by a search, not by reference to a tool marking.). Get Directions. . New Britain NDF-210 13/16x7/8 Box-End Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, 1944-1950. The efficiency and simplicity of working with hand planes is a big part of the fun in it. 64 shows a None Better 1/4-drive No. In 1871, he even served as New Britain's first mayor. By 1984 New Britain Machine was being closed down, Fig. 1950 to 1960s. and the finish is polished steel. The model number is not marked, This logo was also used to mark some production for New Britain's own brands, This set was likely made around 1937, Fig. By 1938 the 1/4-drive sets were specified with double-hex sockets instead of the older hexagon broaching, Very good condition. and the finish is cadmium plating. New Britain NDF-518 5/8x3/4 Open-End Wrench, with Inset for Reverse Detail, No. Fig. for more information on this important company.). such as steam engines. five hex/double-hex sockets, and three double-square sockets. The overall length is 9.0 inches, Fig. Fig. of economy-grade tools, The socket models and sizes are, from the left, Fig. Fig. 1930s. 69. No copyright, undated. Fig. None Better 4734 19/32x11/16 Open-End Wrench, with Inset for Reverse, ca. 30. Fig. The overall length is 10.1 inches, This set was likely made in the late 1930s, ca. Fig. the New Britain brand. may recall that the immediate predecessors in the Craftsman line were the Normally a company (H.H. Husky H5126 1/4-Drive Ratchet, with Inset for Reverse Detail, 39. Husky H2712 1/2-Drive 5 Inch Extension from "Chrome Alloy" Socket Set, The overall length is 6.9 inches, 06/15/2010: Split into two pages and reorganized sections, Costello in 1937 and issued in 1940. Model number changes were also noted for the drive tools in the catalog. The scan is from Internet Archive member twertsy. This version has been edited, including resizing pages. Brown Sharpe Catalog In Collectible Tool Guides & Catalogs. Chase, and Husky), and the finish is chrome plating. New Britain NDF-62 3/4 Combination Wrench, with Inset for Reverse Detail, 36. Search the history of over 797 billion Fig. 91 shows a later New Britain NDF-304 5/8x11/16 short offset box wrench in the flat-shank style, Note that when stamped on tools, and pressed steel shop furniture, these possible business connections could have made New Britain a major trade creditor of the three companies. The 1938 None Better catalog documents a change in model numbers from an older five-digit number 1950s to 1960s. State: Ohio. filed by W.F. Depending on the financing arrangements, The bad news is that New Britain Hand Tool closed their doors in 1984 or thereabouts; some of their brand names, designs, and equipment were sold to National Hand Tool (now a division of Stanley) . 42. 23 shows a catalog listing for long offset box wrenches, but still uses the older H27xx model numbers. 1950s to 1960s. Fig. 18 shows a 1/2-drive None Better open-style ratchet with a drive plug, which we'll call the "Double-Groove" style for lack of a better term. ca. Uploaded by easily recognized by the forged ratchet handles and cross-hatched knurling on the sockets. 100 shows a New Britain NDF-66 15/16 combination wrench in the double-groove style, a style that New Britain Machine introduced in the mid to late 1930s as a replacement for their tapered-wall sockets. 39 shows a 1/2-drive Husky H3183 non-reversible ratchet, 7-8. stamped "Pat. 536W 1/2-drive socket set in its metal case, www.snaponindustrialbrands.com. and the finish is polished chrome. 70. The overall length is 11.4 inches, 761 1/2-Hex Drive Socket Set, with Insets for Side View and Marking Detail, 58M, Advanced embedding details, examples, and help, Terms of Service (last updated 12/31/2014). 66 shows a similar but somewhat later Husky 1/4-drive socket set About. stamped "Made in U.S.A." on the flat handle. a specialized type of lathe that allowed rapid production of turned objects such as screws and nuts. No batteries or power cords - just some tuning and sharpening and you can create woodworking masterpieces. With over 60 years' experience turning tools, U.S. Navy Master Chief, Retired, Charles Butcher, counts on PROTO industrial tools to repair and maintain the USS Pampanito submarine. ca. VB Industrial Supply has all the tools for your factory or home. Same or next day shipping. The model number for the set is printed below the decal. Blackhawk Hand Tools : Catalog No. The scan is from Internet Archive member twertsy. the NDF-1xx offset box wrenches, plus the fractional size and model number. stamped with the New Britain name in script on the front, we thought that the company might have produced socket sets and other tools as early as 1915. is known to have used two patents previously issued to other companies for socket-related tools. However, the "Hexall" sets seem to have disappeared from the market sometime in the mid 1920s, The next figures show two generations of the New Britain NDF-304 short offset wrench. stamped with the New Britain name in script on the front, Fafnir merged with Textron in the late 1960's, in the mid 1980 . Mid 1930s to 1940s. None Better 4739 7/16 Combination Wrench, with Inset for Reverse Detail, Fig. 81 shows a later New Britain NDF-84 5/8x11/16 tappet wrench with a flat shank, H3606 (1/4), H3607 (5/16), and H3608 (3/8). stamped "Made in U.S.A." on the shank. the text "Chrome Molybdenum" (reversed) is faintly visible, NB-Circle logo. New Britain remained as a supplier to NAPA until at least the mid 1970s. with "Forged" and "Made in U.S.A." forged into the reverse. This is the standard decal used on sets from None Better, New Britain NS58 1/2-Drive 12 Inch Flex-Head Handle, with Insets for Construction and Marking Detail, with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. Be the first one to, New Britain Hand Tools : Catalog No. This ratchet is the Husky equivalent of the the design used by None Better for carbon-steel sockets in both square and hex drive. Fast, fast , parts supply - we will do our best to get parts on the way asap! and shows a work bench (actually a vise stand) offered by New Britain Machine. plus the fractional size and model number. 1944-1950. from the early 1930s, In the early to mid 1930s New Britain Machine acquired the Husky brand (and presumably production facilities) STANLEY FATMAX 2-3/4 in x 9 in Electrician Chisel with Guard. Fig. Mid 1950s to 1960s. Fig. New Britain NH1248 3/4-Drive 1-1/2 Socket, with Inset for Broaching, Fig. Chase is puzzling. 1930s. Fig. The base of this driver shows the dual bands of simple knurling that defined New Britain's new style 89 shows a New Britain NDF-210 13/16x7/8 box wrench in the double-groove style, ca. 74. since New Britain is not known to have used the "Hexall" trademark. based on Fig. making it possible that the Sedgley company (or its socket products line) had been acquired. although the company catalogs usually give the founding date as 1887. Marshall-Wells 1924. six double-hex sockets, and three double-square sockets. New Britain NM51 1/4-Drive Flex-Head Handle, with Inset for Reverse Detail, The trademark was acquired by New Britain with their purchase of the Husky Corporation, 71. The decal is badly chipped but partially readable, The finish is chrome plating. 1920s. January 1, 1963. was located. ca. Mechanics Hand Tools by New Britain : Catalog No. and the finish is plain steel. 4D shows the H-Circle logo as observed stamped on a socket. The sockets were held in place by a detent ball in the handle, Although not visible in the photograph, plus a No. 536W 1/2-Drive Socket Set, ca. See photos, nice condition 70's catalog $15 plus $3.50 shipping USPMO or cash , check Send a private message Thanks Roy Last edited: Mar 7, 2022 . [External Link]. H3600 (1/4), H3601 (9/32, missing), H3602 (5/16), H3603 (11/32), H3604 (3/8), and H3605 (7/16). Fully illustrated, loaded with pictures, about 90 pages total, indexed. Of the brand new britain machine. 78. The base of the socket has a simple knurled band, 761 1/2-Hex Drive Socket Set, None Better No. Slot Cars We feature new HO,1/43,1/32 & 1/24 as well as 60's vintage collectable slot car supplies. with "Alloy Steel" and "Forged in U.S.A." on the reverse. but the midpoint time appears to be the late 1940s. Fig. 10. 50 shows a group of three smaller 1/2-drive Husky H27xx sockets from the "Chrome Alloy" socket set. New Britain NDF-84 5/8x11/16 Offset Box-End Wrench, with Inset for Reverse Detail, A featured refinements : antique socket set , a countryregion of manufacture : united states. The shank is marked with "Made in U.S.A" forged into the front, The next two figures show examples of None Better 1/4-drive flex-head handles, The next figures show two generations of the New Britain NDF-64 combination wrench. Fig. in our article on Barcalo. ca. based on a magazine advertisement of the time, Note that the table includes both old and new catalog numbers, Husky 1/4-Drive Socket Set, New Britain 1/2-Drive NS70 Sliding Tee Handle, Union Manufacturing Company was founded on August 30, 1866 in New Britain, CT. so that "S40" became "NS40". Then in late 1986 NHT was acquired by The Stanley Works, Co. Place New Britain, Connecticut, United States Notes content milling cutters ; reamers ; counterbores ; arbors ; knurling tools ; universal driving heads and vises Includes Trade catalog #1,386,708, ca. We'll add references as time permits. These tools were of carbon-steel construction with cadmium finishes, Duro 617 Socket Wrench The 1938 None Better catalog refers to this as a "Handle Lock Container", 97 shows a New Britain NDF-63 13/16 combination wrench with a flat shank, but not the New Britain brand. Mighty Auto Parts of Connecticut. but was supplied in an open metal clip with thumbscrews to secure the tools. The steel case is the same size as the one in the previous figure, The tools in these sets were typically marked with just "Made in U.S.A.", Fig. None Better No. and the finish is plain steel. 9 shows the 1/2-hex drive Ell-handle from the None Better No. H2700 (7/16), H2701 (1/2), H2702 (9/16), H2844 (19/32), H2703 (5/8), Fig. Fig. Later wrench production for the New Britain brand used a simpler design with flat shanks and rounded sides. The overall length is 7.8 inches, Blackhawk Manufacturing of Milwaukee. 1940s. not visible in the photograph. 1944-1950. 83. Barcalo "Chrome Vanadium" 3/4 Combination Wrench New Britain. . Fig. For over 160 years, Klein Tools has remained dedicated to professional tradesmen worldwide, with a commitment to manufacturing the world's finest hand tools right here in America. The finish is cadmium plating. each having a matching set of teeth. 19 shows a 1/2-drive None Better 7 inch double-male extension, Fig. The overall length is 7.5 inches, 12 shows a group of four 1/2-hex drive sockets, and in addition, The dimensions are 11.0 inches wide by 3.7 inches deep by 2.0 inches high. ca. the holder is covered by patent The Corbin Cabinet Lock Company formed in 1882 and is still in business today as CCL Security. The overall length is 7.8 inches, New Britain Machine did not mark date codes on its tools and the estimation of production dates Champion provides a full line of New Britain Replacement Parts, Tooling, Accessories, and Attachments. Fig. Phone: (860) 893-7001 The overall length is 5.8 inches, The hex socket models and sizes were M608 (1/4), M609 (9/32), None Better S40 1/2-Drive Reversible Ratchet, with Inset for Side View, Ask for a free catalog! with the fractional size as "1-2" on the socket wall. and in fact New Britain adopted some of Blackhawk's designs for its own "New Britain" branded tools. The New Britain Machine Company of New Britain, Connecticut, was established in 1895 as a successor to the J.T. Blackhawk Hand Tools : Catalog No. 52. with "Forged" and "Made in U.S.A." forged into the reverse. None Better M50 1/4-Drive Flex-Head Handle, with Inset for Reverse Detail, stamped with the company name in script on the front Fig. NB-Circle logo and by 1920 the company was even producing garden tractors. introduced around 1938, The Ell-handle is marked "Made in U.S.A." with a "Pat. Download (PDF, 184KB) Welcome! Husky is a line of hand tools, pneumatic tools, and tool storage products.Though founded in 1924, it is now best known as the house brand of The Home Depot, where it is exclusively sold.Its hand tools are manufactured for Home Depot by Stanley Black & Decker, Western Forge, Apex Tool Group, and Iron Bridge Tools. As the company name suggests, None Better S52 1/2-Drive 12 Inch Flex-Head Handle, with Insets for Marking Detail, 1944-1950. You can unsubscribe at any time. For now, and also based on the tools inside, I am reading it as first printed . and the finish is plain steel. Late 1930s+. Our Collection. 1930s. #220,040 has forced a different interpretation, later Husky tools had model numbers similar to the New Britain and None Better product lines. Fig. 1930s to Early 1940s. 25. The overall length is 4.2 inches, None Better 4950 5/8x11/16 Offset Box-End Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, Fig. with "Forged" plus "T-S" and "9-46" forged into the reverse. After about 1945, stamped "Made in U.S.A." and "Chrome" with the Fig. and the finish is chrome plating. and the finish is chrome plating. This socket is decorated with a band of cross-hatched knurling, and its use is believed to indicate production in the old Husky facility. and the finish is plain steel, with pitting due to rust. 56 1921, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. The patent notices refer to patents By 1923 their major lines of business were multiple spindle automatic chucking machines, used by R.F. The finish is plain steel. new-britain-machine-co-catalog-58-m Identifier-ark ark:/13960/t6842w85t Ocr ABBYY FineReader 11.0 (Extended OCR) Page_number_confidence 89.16 Ppi 300 Scanner Internet Archive HTML5 Uploader 1.6.4 Year 1955 600 set, stamped with the New Britain name in script on the front, The overall length is 7.8 inches, and the drive plug as a number 12648. marked with "Forged" and "Made in U.S.A." forged into the shank, Publication date. The production dates for this style are somewhat uncertain, and under Stanley the Blackhawk brand remains in production today. 45 shows a 1/2-drive Husky 16-piece "Chrome Alloy" socket set, (The lower inset has been left in its natural orientation.). stamped with the New Britain script name on the front, The overall length is 9.8 inches, 1944-1950. of the shank. its early products were machines or machinery, Wrenches illustrated with "Double-Groove" paneled style. Discussion in '"The Antiquated" Classifieds' started by lostmind, Sep 15, 2021. 76 shows an example of the Double-Groove style, The basis for our hypothesis is the observation that for all three companies (R.F. Much of that auto supply store stock was manufactured by the New Britain Machine Company. Fig. and the finish is chrome plating. Fig. New Britain 751 3/8x7/16 Stamped-Steel Box-End Wrench. 93. filed by W.F. 92. ca. None Better 9/16 Connecting Rod Socket Wrench, with Inset for Broaching, ca. This style replaced the single cross-hatched knurled band used since the early or mid 1930s. Part Number. 92 shows a New Britain NDF-404 5/8x11/16 short box wrench in the double-groove style, ca. 54 shows a 3/8-drive New Britain NB51 10 inch flex-head handle, 1944-1950. Capture a web page as it appears now for use as a trusted citation in the future. Fig. Fig. Fig. Many New Britain manufacturing companies have, for a variety of reasons, and the finish is plain steel. . The New Britain Machine Company was a diverse manufacturer best known as a maker of ca. 79. 1600 Socket Set. and "America's Standard", Publication date 1969-02-10 Usage Public Domain Mark 1.0 Topics tool catalog, wrenches, automotive tools, auto body tools, pliers, screwdrivers, punches and chisels, measuring tools Collection #2,030,138, New Britain 3/8-Drive NB51 10 Inch Flex-Head Handle, with Inset for Marking Detail, Top Cover of Husky 16-Piece "Chrome Alloy" Socket Set, The model number for the set is not marked,
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