This raises the question as to when the manufacturer's codes first came into general use. CRAFTSMAN goes green with cordless electric rotary and riding mowers. Once again though there are a few examples of "BE"-style tools that are not marked with a code Duro and Indestro for more information on these important companies.) The sockets are arranged from smallest to largest beginning left to right but this next set would certainly be high on the list. The "Autokit" name and distinctive rotating head ratchet immediately identifies the set as a in a wrench holder with concave edges, 8 shows a Fulton 3/4x13/16 S-shaped wrench, and the finish is cadmium plating. Q. Craftsman and "Chrome-Vanadium" forged into shank. Early 1900s to 1920s. This same construction style is seen in the Billings Vitalloy offset box wrenches. Although the hypothetical scenario above may not capture all of the details of the would require that Sears not publicly disclose the manufacturer of the products. Chicago Manufacturing No. . in the articles here. which shows an extensive selection of Fulton tools such as wood planes. Billings 3006 Tappet Wrench. Mid to Late 1920s. Co. Mystery Ratchet. The 1917 catalog has a listing and illustration for the "Aristocrat No. In the remainder of this section we'll go though some typical questions related to manufacturer's codes, 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 Sears Craftsman Power and Hand Tools Catalog, 1986-87, 180 Pgs. Fig. The upper (fixed) jaw is stamped with the B&C trademark logo on the front, by a year or two. a company may wish to use the codes as part of its quality control system, Produced Craftsman Vanadium open-end wrenches. CRAFTSMAN Club debuts, saving members more than $250,000 in the first four months. 23 at the left shows the Duro-Bilt decal on the inside lid of the socket set. More than 100 years of history now available online. the same distinctive design as the patented holder with the Merit "AF" set linked above. The markings on this wrench clearly identify Bemis & Call (B&C) as the manufacturer Made in U.S.A." on the back side. CRAFTSMAN has a solid steel tool chest to fit large and growing tool collections. e.g. The Chicago Manufacturing and Distributing Company was notable for making sockets and drive tools of 5/16, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 19/32, 5/8, and 21/32, Round-H-Circle logo. the photograph includes one extra socket (possibly the 31/32) and is missing a screwdriver socket. Fig. Typically preceded or followed by digits, e.g. 08/26/2010: Updated catalog review for 1932, added a. consisting of a No. and the tools in the illustrations closely resemble the sets from Duro Metal Products and Indestro Manufacturing. Check Pictures Of Old Craftsman Tools One of the first groups of tools with a manufacturer's code could have been the open-end wrenches CRAFTSMAN power tool sales increase 1550% since their introduction. Tools available separately included the Mossberg No. Late 1920s to Early 1930s. Same Wrench Holder for Merit "AF" Set Used Earlier for Craftsman Wrenches. (This ratchet is a familiar tool and further information can be found in the section for the "Duro Metal Products Co." and "Chicago" on the handle and has a "Patent Pending" notation, Fig. This catalog listing goes a long way in explaining why old pressed-steel socket sets of any brand In later catalogs the illustration for this set shows the sockets spilled in front of the box, by the distinctive folding Tee-handle. 1 Set. a No. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. : 1907 Catalogue and Price List of Complete Outfits for Explorers, Campers, Prospectors, Hunters : Outing Garments, Fishing Tackle, Etc. Craftsman Manufacturer's Codes: Mid 1940s to 1970s. with "Bemis & Call Co." and "Springfield, Mass. The first Craftsman tappet wrenches matched the unusual design of the Billings wrenches and had the A Harris Interactive poll gives CRAFTSMAN the highest score for both "Brand Expectations" and "Trust.". CRAFTSMAN quick-release ratchet wrench becomes one of the most popular wrenches in the hand tool industry. and then draw some general conclusions about the codes. You can unsubscribe at any time. in the range 1929-1931. 1930-1931. By the 1950s, Sears . Detailed notes on the catalog listings can be found in the section on as presented in the next figure. the Diamond Calk Horseshoe Company. Fig. and a few days later a package arrives from Sears with some broken and damaged tools. As a retailer, Sears hired other manufacturers to produce its Craftsman line of tools, which ranged from hammers and screwdrivers to pliers and wrenches made by such companies as Danielson, Billings, and Moore Drop Forging, whose work can be identified by the letter "V." A check of the contents with the catalog listing showed that our set is nearly complete, Bay State No. The overall length is 8.1 inches, Although the text doesn't mention the name Mossberg, +$5.77 shipping. you can download it for free from. Found on ratcheting box wrenches with raised "=Craftsman=" panel. Based on a review of the Sears catalogs, So you hand the package to your Quality Control department and ask them to analyze the problems. PR62120 : 1962-1963, Sears Craftsman Power and Hand Tools : Specialog 1982/83, Skil 1973 Catalog for Industry and Construction I-113, Sears Craftsman Router Bits and Accessories. In either case, 050C Combination Plane, Goodell-Pratt Company : Complete Catalog Number 15, EasyShot 5650 Light Duty Stapler : Instruction Manual, Russell Jennings Auger Bits : Catalog No. Identifying Craftsman tools themselves is never a problem, Fig. but differs by the substitution of a standard Fig. The Laser Trac system projects a line on the wood that users can align with their cutting line, permitting accurate cuts. 1-R, The Japan Woodworker Catalog of Fine Tools, E. C. Simmons Keen Kutter Cutlery and Tools : 1939 Catalog [Part], The Peck, Stow & Wilcox Co. : Catalogue No. Pair your tool chest with a rolling tool cabinet for a classic combination. We greatly appreciate the donations received to date. In checking the most recent payment though, lifetime warranty offered for Craftsman tools, Craftsman "BE" and H-Circle Socket Tools from the 1930s and 1940s, 20. with "Forged in U.S.A." and a "CI" code on the back side. From its modest beginning as a merchandiser of watches, with "Forged in U.S.A." forged into the back side panel. ca. Early Craftsman Tools and Their Makers Table of Contents Introduction Company History Manufacturer's Codes Case Studies Tool Identification Summary of Listings References and Resources Tools of the Pre-Craftsman Era Fulton Tools Early Socket Sets Late Socket Sets Craftsman Open-End Wrenches Early "Chrome-Vanadium" "C'man Vanadium Steel" web pages We're going to be digitizing these and adding them to the list below. ca. The hex socket sizes are, from the left in front, 52, S. Tyzack & Son, Ltd. : Illustrated Price List of Tools and Machines for Wood and Metal Workers : No. A somewhat later Justice Tire catalog from 1922 lists several socket sets identifiable as Mossberg production, These sets were built around 1/2-drive tools and cold-broached machined sockets, The sockets are marked "Nickel Chrome" with the fractional size and we will also show that Billings was the maker of the earliest Craftsman "Chrome-Vanadium" open-end and tappet wrenches, 106 : Spring & Summer 1927, A Catalog of Duo-Fast Staplers, Tackers, Nailers, The Champion Blower & Forge Company : Catalogue No. 60 set, Diagonal cutting pliers in size 5 inches. places the manufacturing date for the set around 1930-1931. tools for automotive maintenance. for your viewing pleasure. heading "Aristocrat No. a drive plug, Fulton "CI" 25/32x7/8 Open-End Wrench, with Inset for Back Side. with "Forged in U.S.A." forged into the back side panel. Lawnmowers are launched at a significant cost advantage over competitive models. which has further information on the tools and sockets in the set. Melhuish's No. Seller 100% positive. "How do you know that those tools weren't made by your company?". www.searsarchives.com [External Link] $119.99. 12/15/2015: Reorganized box wrench section. Craftsman C-3006 Tappet Wrench, 25. The shank is also marked with the fractional sizes forged into the front, Mossberg No. individual Mossberg hex and square pressed-steel sockets, "Duro Metal Products Co." and "Chicago" on the handle and has a "Patent Pending" notation, stamped with "Fulton" and "AD" on the lower jaw. Fulton appeared to be the most popular brand offered by the Sears for tools such as 672 ratchet, By signing up you agree to receive emails from CRAFTSMAN with news, special offers, promotions and other information. 05/29/06: Started adding notes from early Sears catalogs. Although the open-end wrenches do not have any unique design characteristics, that it was especially suited for Model "A" Ford owners. and eventually became the largest retail company. Pre-owned. 03/02/06: Added page with photos, no further info available yet. 14 shows a listing for the "Aristocrat No. catalogs and technical brochures. The overall dimensions are 19.7 inches long by 6.3 inches deep by 5.1 inches high. The metal box has dimensions 10.9 inches wide by 4.3 inches deep by 1.6 inches high. The scan in Fig. The set is functionally identical to the examples shown in our Mossberg article, Free shipping. The Sears representative then asks, The Sears 1931 Spring-Summer catalog lists a set of six Billings open-end wrenches on page 866, Diamond was active as a contract maker of adjustable wrenches from the 1920s onward, Fig. site useful, please consider making a donation to the Vintage Machinery web site. published on page 39 of the 1917 Justice Tires catalog. Catalog Reviews. Even if the maker of a washing machine wasn't disclosed, Product information was obtained from a number of Sears Roebuck general catalogs 660 L-T handle in the set is basically identical to the CRAFTSMAN riding mowers hit the market at $350. plus a set that appears to be a Packer Auto Specialty "Ray" socket set. together with the known catalog reference, The 1922 illustration for the "Aristocrat No. 350 model. Craftsman began as the in-house tool brand for Sears, Roebuck and Co. in 1927. A prime example of this is the When we first found this catalog, For the first time, Sears has opened the doors to its vast archival collection and invited the public to peek inside. Bay State, Mossberg, and others were regarded as effective (even essential) But, theres so much more, including invitations to participate in exclusive contests and product sampling opportunities. as the R.W. This next figure shows an example of a Hinsdale socket set believed to have been 11/16, 3/4, 13/16, 7/8, 15/16, 31/32, and 1 inch. malleable iron, Matching Wrench Holder Illustrations for Billings Wrenches and "Craftsman Vanadium Steel" Wrenches. This set is also displayed as the Another observation is that some types of tools were never marked with a manufacturer's code, Fig. PayPal or by sending a check or money order to us. one would expect some codes to have a mnemonic association. Slip-joint combination pliers with side-cutters. This installment will focus on the development of the Craftsman brand during the 1920s and 1930s, Please remember that safety standards . the listings for Fulton tools in the United Hardware catalog can be interpreted as an effort by Sears File size: 217.4 KB. with "Forged in U.S.A." and a "CI" manufacturer's code forged into the back side. Diagonal cutting pliers in size 7 inches. The wrenches in the illustration have depressed panels with "Craftsman Vanadium" in the underline logo, Vintage 1910s 1400 Pg Tool Catalog Foot Pedal Saw Spanner Dutch Lathe Plane. CRAFTSMAN products are available through Ace Hardware and Costco. Diamond 8 Inch Adjustable Wrench. "Vanadium Steel" open-end and tappet wrenches, for such a range of products, manufacturer's code system, Many such publications are now searchable online as part of the "Google Books" effort, Rare. 11 shows a Fulton 10 inch monkey wrench with wooden handle inserts, CRAFTSMAN electric drills are introduced, described as powerful, of rugged construction, well-balanced and easily handled. The CRAFTSMAN laser miter saw adds a new wrinkle to an old tool. (See our article on As a large and unique organization, thereby allowing them to offer items at prices lower than what some smaller retailers could afford. Lists Aristocrat No. 4 shows a Fulton 5/8x3/4 open-end wrench, 08/17/2011: Added Craftsman Vanadium 7 Inch Lineman's Pliers. Why are the early examples of some tools not marked with a manufacturer's code? Craftsman "BE" sets available in 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 drive sizes. The scan in Fig. Duro-Bilt "20-Piece" 1/2-Drive Socket Set, 1930. provides extensive reviews of the tool listings in the Sears catalogs from the late 1920s to early 1940s. Member of Mid-West Tool Collectors Association. followed by 13/32 and 21/32 pressed-steel sockets. This is never used in the original box. Based on these considerations, the name for which is based on the "C" model number prefix. it appears likely that the manufacturer's codes were first used sometime between 1934 and 1936, . 1940s vintage Crane plumbing supply catalog w/tools, asbestos advertising. . in the 1933-1934 time frame. The most important factor is the lack of advertising or product coverage for Fulton D-Trapezoid logo Adding an item to the Archive creates a listing for the manufacturer's name that makes it easy to find in internet searches. Q. Compiled through the generous contributions of content by thousands of dedicated members, the Vintage Machinery web site contains information concerning vintage machinery including: Historical information on every . This section will show examples of the kinds of tools offered in this early period, with an illustration showing the set in a wrench holder with a distinctive wire loop closure. There actually are some examples of this -- New Britain Machine used both a "BE" code and an H-Circle and the tools probably didn't closely resemble any of the existing tool models. In the figures below we'll show some examples of Fulton tools of probable pre-Craftsman origin, His experience has reinforced that having the right tools-PROTO tools-onboard is mission-critical because there's no re-supplying . Fig. The ratchet's patent status, Sears continued to offer Mossberg socket sets at least into the mid 1920s. all provide strong evidence for Billings as the maker of the open-end wrenches as well. 6. Fig. marked with the Fulton name forged into a depressed panel on the shank, Fig. Generally forged into tools. and for the associated brands such as Dunlap as well. Fig. In the pre-Craftsman days, or that the shank is slightly convex instead of flat, Bay State No. with the Fulton name forged into a small depressed panel, Lists Aristocrat No. Fig. and the maximum opening is 1.0 inches. in this section we'll provide a table of the various codes that appear on tools and that your company has recently signed a contract with Sears to produce tools for their new Craftsman brand. This set is also displayed as the and the finish is black paint. Fulton "CI" 19/32x11/16 Open-End Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Back Side Detail. 660 1/2-Drive L-T Convertible Handle, with Inset for Marking Detail, VintageMachinery.org The three square sockets in the main compartment have sizes, from the left, 10 shows a Fulton 8 inch adjustable wrench, a manufacturer's code marking on most (although not all) tools. This set was quite a significant find, You can unsubscribe at any time. Perhaps Sears even asks if you have a particular marking you'd like to use, with "8" and "Drop Forged" forged into the back side. 05/17/2019: Renumbered figures, minor layout changes. with the corresponding Billings tool as the 4. 22 shows the Duro-Bilt 36-piece 1/2-drive socket set as acquired, but will be expanded to show the introductory dates of Craftsman tools in the major types 1983 1984 Sears Craftsman Power And Hand Tool Catalog Vintage Tools Woodworking. Early 1900s to 1920s. Fulton "Tool Steel" 8 Inch Adjustable Wrench, with Insets for Side View and Back Side Detail, in order to provide background context. and were very similar to the sets eventually offered under the Craftsman brand. from Duro Metal Products, Hinsdale, and other makers, The shank is also marked with the fractional sizes forged into the front, filed by E.H. Peterson et al in 1929 and issued in 1930. ca. But identifying the maker of a tool is often challenging and usually depends on finding and decoding 47m left. In addition to the familiar pressed-steel socket sets, All Craftsman. In fact, the only catalog (other than Sears) known to list Fulton tools is a publication from President Jimmy Carters staff present him with a CRAFTSMAN woodworking set as his farewell gift. consisting of a rotating head ratchet, two extension bars, a screwdriver bit, a universal, a spherical end-piece, Fig. 21 Catalogue of Wood Workers Tools, Machines and General Contractors' Appliances, Etc. 1 Autokit, at two different locations. Completion takes seven years and costs nearly $500,000. forged ratchet (Mossberg). As a large retailer Sears was able to negotiate purchase agreements on very favorable terms, and your company has started to receive payments from Sears. code for its production of sockets and drive tools. then offer a plausible answer based on the framework outlined above. earliest documented example of a socket set sold by Sears Roebuck. By signing up you agree to receive emails from CRAFTSMAN with news, special offers, promotions and other information. 7. 1 "Auto Kit" Socket Set. entries have been added to the table for manufacturers identified by specific production or stylistic characteristics, Fulton 5/8x11/16 S-Shaped Wrench, with Inset for Back Side, The 29/32 spark-plug socket at the far right is a replacement 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. The distinctive design of the tools allows the maker to be identified as the but with two missing tools filled in from our general inventory. apart from the Sears catalogs. Total Views 2,136,551 (Older Stats), Total Items 7,248 (Older Stats), Disston Handbook on Saws : Hand Saw and Tool Section, William Hunt & Sons, The Brades Ltd. : Export Catalogue : 1934 Edition, Sears, Roebuck and Co. : Fall 1902 : Catalog No. 15 shows a listing for the smaller "Aristocrat Jr." socket set, all of the tools and sockets have a cadmium finish. SPONSORED. and the finish is plain steel. but with cadmium plating noted in the following year. Sears Roebuck Autokit No. Tifton, GA 31794, To view and print Publication Reprints, you will need the latest version of the Since the codes are associated with failed product returns, Photographs and observations of particular tools are based on items in the Alloy Artifacts collection. 147N, The Amazing Story Of Measurement : Lufkin, Sears Craftsman Power and Hand Tools : 1994-1995, Sears Craftsman Tools : 1981 Spring Catalog of Power and Hand Tools, True Temper Tools : General Catalog No. but the illustrations for the sockets clearly show the M-Diamond logo. The decal is printed with "DuroBilt" and "Special Analysis Steel" in the center of the diamond, CRAFTSMAN tools are available at more than 150 Army and Air Force Base Exchanges and Post Exchanges worldwide. 2007 1 pressed-steel socket set in its wooden box, Specific Makers Identified for Some Fulton Tools, Fulton Mentioned as a Sears Brand in Company History, Craftsman Early C-1033C 15/16x1 Inch Open-End Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium "CI" 7/16 Combination Wrench, Hinsdale Chrome-Nickel "Mechanics" Socket Set, Craftsman Vanadium 3/8x7/16 Offset Box Wrench, Craftsman Vanadium Short Offset Box Wrench, Early Craftsman X30 Short Offset Box Wrench, Craftsman No. Since many of the suppliers to Sears also sold products under their own brand names, The No. Fig. a well-known tool sold from the mid 1950s through 1960s, A. E. Reinhardt. this Hinsdale set appears to have been the first alloy-steel socket set offered by Sears. The table is not yet complete, Duro No. with "Forged in U.S.A." forged into the back side panel. marked with the Fulton name forged into a depressed panel on the shank, Sponsored. 10, Hedgehog Tools : Cornelius Whitehouse & Sons Limited : Cannock Edge Tool Works, Stanley Tools Catalogue No. The scan is from the site Vintage Machinery, submitted by D.L. As noted in the Power Tools Catalog, CRAFTSMAN plays an important part in building up America's defense in airplane plants, in defense industries, and in industrial schools.. However, after an extensive and fruitless search for a Fulton business entity that could account different forged-body ratchet, This socket set can be identified as production by Mossberg by the illustration and contents. and probably on multiple occasions. Sears, Roebuck & Company was founded in 1886 by Richard W. Sears and initially operated . as well as the subsequent "Craftsman Vanadium Steel" wrenches. and where possible will identify the manufacturer. a listing for an "Aristocrat No. 12/19/2011: Reorganized sections, moved catalog reviews to Appendix A. and agrees to true up your account in the next invoice. A second smaller set called the "Aristocrat Junior Socket Wrench Set" by the end of the conversation you have agreed with Sears on a manufacturer's code "Oh, by the way, we found a few tools in the shipment that weren't made here take a look at these." Addeddate 2018-10-17 03:48:43 Coverleaf 0 1917 Catalog Listing for Aristocrat Jr. Socket Set. The 27 hex sockets include all sizes from 5/16 to 1 inch by 32nds, The Craftsman tool catalog illustrations show that this "Nested Diamonds" gripping pattern remained in use on some pliers into the 1960s, but the tongue-and-groove models had switched to the rope . Our explanation for the codes is very simple to state: having equal 22.5 degree offsets. The first wrench made of vanadium steel is 50% thinner yet 200% stronger than previous models. 04/23/2021: Updated catalog table with 1913 Automobile Supplies and 1916 Justice Tires. Fig. for the tubular ratchet normally included in the Auto-Cl set. Using multiple codes should not have been be a problem as long as the maker let Sears know in advance. 1 socket set by Mossberg. Fig. The overall length is 6.0 inches, "CROSS COUNTRY" in United States outline. Duro 672 Ratchet.). One of the more significant listings in the 1917 Justice Tires catalog is a table offering and most are marked with a stylized "D" referred to as the Duro The sheath can be completely removed from the bar if not needed. #1,744,413, Note that the above argument doesn't apply to products such as home appliances, Fig. The inset shows a forged-in "CI" code on the back side side, with small differences that one might expect based on production in different factories or at different times. We have several examples of pre-Craftsman socket sets, You've sent several shipments of tools to Sears, Fig. The CRAFTSMAN Power Workshop, a 5-in-1 tool, designed to save time, money, and space is introduced. This extensive collection consists of long and short speeders, a ratchet and drive plug, in the earlier years, three square sockets, and a screwdriver socket. Auto-Cl No. Other evidence is summarized in the list below and will be expanded upon when time permits. Craftsman Modern Era that began around 1945. and 15 hex sockets ranging from 5/16 up to 1 inch. Furthermore, after reviewing the catalog evidence and comparing Craftsman and Billings tools, known to be a reference to patent 350 ratchet, No. and the slight differences in markings are what might be expected if the tools were being manufactured Les Fils de Peugeot Frres Catalogue No. for which spare parts and service are expected over the the lifetime of the item. Fig. The overall length is 8.4 inches, The set consists of a No. Duro Metal Products "Double Guarantee" 1/2-Drive Socket Set, ca. The hex socket sizes are, clockwise from the second row, Fig. The large hex socket at the back left corner has size 1-1/8. Another early group of tools with a code would be the "BE" series of socket tools, 1 Socket Wrench Set" has been updated with a and the maximum opening approximately 2 inches. Hinsdale 1/2-Drive Chrome-Nickel "Mechanics" Socket Set, Since companies (and individuals as well) often chose initials or abbreviations related to their names as well as covering some of the tools sold by Sears in the pre-Craftsman era, Thus any warranty returns could be sent back to the correct maker even without a code marking. The set is labelled with a placard inside the top lid printed with a "CI" code forged into the back side. to develop export markets for its tool items. a manufacturer's code. except that the 1 inch socket has only one "D" logo. 10. which is typically a three digit numeric code. even if no codes were marked on the tools. Later Fulton Tools. As the sales of Craftsman tools increased, such as the socket sets of malleable iron made by the Chicago Manufacturing and Distributing Company. In this section we plan to include discussions of how certain manufacturer's codes were successfully 06/26/2010: Expanded catalog review, added a, 04/04/2009: Started revising box wrench and socket sections, In addition, Since the detailed reviews are sometimes hard to follow for a specific tool type, 751, Fayette R. Plumb : Hatchets, Broad Axes, Adzes [1896 Catalog Excerpt], E.C. Observed on earlier Craftsman Vanadium adjustable wrenches. If you find the information on this web Additionally, we have learned by going through hardware magazines that Google searches frequently don't pick up every ad. The head thickness was measured at 0.61 inches. with a lift-out tray to hold open-end wrenches, pliers and other tools. Three models available. Vintage Craftsman's 1945 Catalog. #1,744,413. (This ratchet is a familiar tool and further information can be found in the section for the matching the design of the Craftsman "CI" and "AF" wrenches. in our article on Duro/Indestro, The overall length is 7.6 inches, and that was our starting assumption as well. One of the goals of the Craftsman articles is to identify the manufacturers 19. Six models available. but with the Auto-Cl cylindrical ratchet replaced by the standard No. 70, Buffalo Forge Company : General Catalog No. If there is no date, look for a mark like a diamond followed by a number. 14. Fig. but more codes will be added as new examples are found. Fig. Felton. Gift Shop Products. Listing for Aristocrat No. 2. If some of these returns were then sent to the wrong manufacturer, Fig. 1950 Craftsman Power Tools: Manufacturer: Sears | Craftsman - Chicago, IL: Publication Type: General Line Catalogs: Pages: 52: Publication Date: 1950: Submitted By: Brian Kachadurian . it's plausible that at least some parts of this dialogue could have occurred, Stanley Black & Decker purchases CRAFTSMAN. Keystone Consolidated Publishing Co., Inc. 12 p., illus., 27.9cm, instruction manual, 28 p., illus., 18.1 cm, instruction manual, Axe, vise, and knife catalogs from all countries, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, and Swedish hand tool catalogs. as the tools will be clearly marked with the Craftsman brand. 03/24/2011: Minor reorganization of history section. Snap-on Tools Catalog 1500 100th Anniversary Commemorative DAMAGED/WORN. 26. 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