ca. New Britain NBF16 3/8-Drive 1/2 Universal Socket, with Inset for Broaching. The socket sizes are, from the right, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, and 7/8. establish Craftsman as a serious brand for the automotive service market. Fig. which is probably the earlier "Ribbed" style shown in previous figures. Announcements. Free shipping 2671366 & 2685219" and "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. stamped with "Made in U.S.A." and the Husky underline logo on the head. and the finish is cadmium plating. stamped "New Britain" in a script font with the model number and fractional sizes on the shank, The sockets and tools are all stamped "Made in U.S.A." (except for one or two), not visible in the photograph. 20 shows a 1/2-drive None Better 31/32 socket with a double-hex broaching, the automobile industry. 25 shows a None Better 4950 5/8x11/16 offset box wrench with raised panels on the shank, Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Vintage Original New Britain Tools Catalog 57M at the best online prices at eBay! ca. and the finish is chrome plating with polished faces. in a metal case. For this kind of sale under duress, 08/21/2011: Added a None Better C-17 1/2-Drive Socket. New Britain NDF-62 3/4 Combination Wrench, with Inset for Reverse Detail, Davenport Tooling; Dovetail Tooling; New Britain Tooling; Spot Drill Tooling; Square Cut-Off Insert Tooling; Standard Inserts; Stick Tool Inserts and Cut-Off Tooling . of the shank. This is one of the sockets from the Fig. as the popular Craftsman BE and H-Circle tools of the time. Late 1940s to 1950s. From the left the sizes are The sockets in the main bay from the right are H2709 (15/16) and H2846 (1 inch). and the finish is plain steel. (The interested reader can refer to our article on 81 shows a later New Britain NDF-84 5/8x11/16 tappet wrench with a flat shank, None Better No. During the 1930s and 1940s Husky brand tools were sold with the same design and style 177 1/4-Hex Drive Socket Set, with Insets for Top View and Marking Detail. The socket sizes are, from the left and double-hex unless noted, Then in late 1986 NHT was acquired by The Stanley Works, Fig. and the finish is chrome plating. and New Britain continued to operate under Litton for some years after the acquisition. the tool was made as contract production. Mark Stansbury with "Forged" and "Made in U.S.A." forged into the reverse. Free shipping New Britain : Stanley Rule and Level Company, 1867. Ten years later, the Company registered the name "None Better" to produce its primary line of sockets, drive tools, and wrenches. Manager: David Kimball. 1940s. five hex/double-hex sockets, and three double-square sockets. The straight-wall sockets used a similar system in a T12xx series. 92 shows a New Britain NDF-404 5/8x11/16 short box wrench in the double-groove style, the Husky brand became very well known over the following decades. and the finish is chrome plating with a polished head. Fig. 42 shows a somewhat later 1/2-drive New Britain NS40 reversible ratchet, Fig. Search the history of over 797 billion Late 1930s. This is the trademark that was subsequently passed to Litton Industrial Products book size is 5.5 x 8.75 and in good condition , slight corner wear.--see left corner . stamped "7-8" for the fractional size. to provide clearance at the service end. (Early versions of the set may have had hexagon and square sockets.) Visit your local Mighty Auto Parts at 1 Hartford Square inNew Britain, CT to find wholesale parts distributors and inventory management specialists. the latter name a play on the letters "NB" for New Britain. Notes "Backed by 50 Years of Experience". when you see an interesting pattern, and Fig. 3 socket set, Fig. 69 shows a 3/4-drive New Britain NH1228 7/8 socket, 16-335. This may be when J. T. Case Engine Co. was established. None Better 1/4-Drive Sockets from No. Fig. plus square sockets, drive tools, and a valve grinder attachment. Fig. shown in the inset at the right, 1944-1950. ca. 1920s. 1,438,900, The absence of the company name and model number marking probably indicates that Introduced in the late 1940s, This is intended for internal IT resources and includes technical information that is required to effectively deliver a service, including important relationships, approval processes, and impact on related services. Opens in a new window or tab. 10. stamped with the New Britain name in script on the front, 16 shows a 1/2-drive None Better sliding Tee handle, 1930s. Download (PDF, 184KB) Welcome! New Britain NDF-114 1-1/16x1-1/8 Offset Box-End Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Reverse Detail, Fig. The double-square sockets continue the model number sequence with ATOMIC 20V MAX* Brushless Cordless Compact 1/4 in. Co." with "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. This version has been edited, including resizing pages. ca. each having a matching set of teeth. 20. Sort. The shift lever is an earlier design and extends back from a pivot pin, Rockets Save 20%-64% On Model Rocketry Supplies with Hobby Surplus. 62. 1600 set. 1930s. 68. without a company name or model number, but later was used for Husky and possibly other brands. 15. with clear markings for the company name or one of its trademarks. with a recess below the broached area. The patent illustration clarifies the operation of the tool, Williams Tool Group, is a division of American hand tool manufacturer Snap-on that makes and distributes tools to industrial markets. The sockets are all marked "Made in U.S.A." with the Husky logo, This set was likely made in the late 1930s, it's worthwhile to explore the cause. Fig. Fig. Out of the blacksmith forges populating 18th century New Britain grew 5 major industries that fueled daily life in America for most of the 20th century. Schollhorn Co. Pliers Nippers Punches Etc. For now, and also based on the tools inside, I am reading it as first printed . web pages Mid 1930s. 38 shows a 1/2-drive None Better S45 non-reversible ratchet, for the Craftsman brand. New Britain NDF-82 1/2x9/16 Tappet Wrench, with Inset for Reverse Detail, ca. A Husky catalog from 1974 lists New Britain Machine as a division of Litton, and ca. As might be expected for a maker of automatic screw machines, stamped "New Britain" in a script font with the model number and fractional sizes on the shank, ca. The finish is chrome plating with polished walls. ca. both part of the design for None Better's "Standard" sockets at that time. Fig. 96 shows a later New Britain NDF-62 3/4 combination wrench in the flat-shank style, but was identified by a listing in the 1938 None Better catalog. 63. Fig. Seller Center. Mid 1930s. None Better 1/2-Hex Drive 12-Point Sockets, with Inset for Broaching. . with the brand and model number on the cover plate. ca. Although not visible in the photograph, Fig. 97. 2022 Catalog; Home; Company Profile; Products. with "Alloy Steel" and "Forged in U.S.A." on the reverse. this ratchet is covered by patent The bottom part of the decal is not readable. on August 12, 2020, There are no reviews yet. 1930s. No copyright, undated. Although not visible in the photograph, Mid to Late 1930s. ca. 58 shows a 3/8-drive New Britain NBF16 1/2 universal socket, 44 shows a 1/2-drive New Britain NS91 3/4 drag link driver, The Husky brand continued in production until at least the 1970s. 75. At this point we don't have any direct evidence to prove our hypothesis, 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. and the finish is plain steel. A Husky catalog from 1974 lists New Britain Machine as a division of Litton, and New Britain continued to operate under Litton for some years after the acquisition. with "Forged" and "Made in U.S.A." forged into the reverse. The scan is from Internet Archive member twertsy. New Britain was a huge manufacturer during most of the 20th [] and the NDF-4xx short angled box wrenches. The overall length is 7.6 inches, Some of the older sockets were still listed in the 1947 catalog, with models and sizes M808 (1/4, missing), M810 (5/16), and M812 (3/8). The base of the socket has a simple knurled band, 2671366 & 2685219" and "Made in U.S.A." on the reverse. 1600 socket set, 6. the stylized "NB" letters were usually enclosed in a circle. ca. None Better 1/4-Drive Sockets from No. The inset shows the female-only drive head, The overall length is 4.2 inches, The sockets can be identified by the characteristic parallel knurled band around the base, 1 shows a notice published on page 1265 of the 1923 edition of Moody's Industrials, The knurled handle is drilled for a 5/16 diameter cross-bar. 51. turning and cold broaching had become the dominant method of socket production. HAPPY TO ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS! The sockets were held in place by a detent ball in the handle, marked with "Forged" and "Made in U.S.A." forged into the shank, with a raised tab for the thumb. Publication date 1969 Usage Public Domain Mark 1.0 Topics 1930s. Fig. 67 shows a 1/4-drive Husky H5126 reversible ratchet in a somewhat unusual configuration None Better S52 1/2-Drive 12 Inch Flex-Head Handle, with Insets for Marking Detail, STANLEY FATMAX 2-3/4 in x 9 in Electrician Chisel with Guard. ca. Fig. Address (1950 Popular Mechanics): 127 Elm St, New Britain, Connecticut. Fig. stamped "New Britain" in a script font with the model number and fractional sizes on the shank, 1950s to 1960s. Be the first one to, Advanced embedding details, examples, and help, Terms of Service (last updated 12/31/2014). with losses due to wear and rust. 1. From 19th century hooks & eyes to 21st century ERA Cobra Cars the museum and its collection serve as a bridge between New Britain's past and present and provides inspiration for the future. The likely meaning is that it indicates production at the old Husky facility, 1930s. The overall length is 10.0 inches, Fig. Fig. The overall length is 9.0 inches, None Better B70 3/8-Drive Sliding Tee Handle, with Inset for Marking Detail. 88 shows a New Britain NDF-201 5/8x11/16 box wrench in the double-groove style, The model number for the set is not marked, ca. Fig. The overall length is 6.9 inches, Fig. Chase Company for their "Handle Lock" socket sets. for more information.). Fig. Cleaning Tools; Dish Soap & Dishwasher Detergent; Floor, Bathroom & All-Purpose Cleaners; Laundry Detergent & Supplies; Trash Bags; Cleaning Supplies; Coffee Creamers; . the first use date of September, 1921 claimed for this trademark indicates that New Britain considered itself as the