Lets make an all vintage Snap-on tool picture thread!

[RubiconJK]

Here is a 1929 (-29 date code) Blue Point Boxocket XS1214 short double offset DBE I found today as part of a multi item (total $2 spent) pick at an estate sale.

 

[Ricky Joe]

Here is a 1929 (-29 date code) Blue Point Boxocket XS1214 short double offset DBE I found today as part of a multi item (total $2 spent) pick at an estate sale.

That is a nice one. It also dates 1929 as the year they started putting the size on the wrench. I have a 1929 with the size on it. I also have undated wrenches with the model number only. Yours is in great condition.

 

[RubiconJK]

That is a nice one. It also dates 1929 as the year they started putting the size on the wrench. I have a 1929 with the size on it. I also have undated wrenches with the model number only. Yours is in great condition.

Interesting, thanks. I don't really collect SO, but this one just had that look.

 

[snapmom]

A 28 warranty letter

 

[3baygarage]

That letter is a gem.

I picked up a very early 3/8 drive socket today at a pawn shop. Only has the brand and size markings. No part # or a date stamp that I can see.

 

[snapmom]

A old one, from about 26

 

[3baygarage]

Thanks I wasn't sure. An oldie alright.

 

[snapmom]

8MM 9/32 drive socket. model M8M date code 1940. Almost impossible to find.

 

[Oldtuleguy]

Also known as a 5/16!

 

[outofbounds]

I found a few Snap-on tools at Friday’s estate sale. The abused 3/4” drive socket was made in 1940.
-Don

One man's abuse is another's "Honest wear".......

 

[saukit]

Here's an old impact socket, I spent a fair bit of time going through catalogs on ITCA and the only reference to "IP" impact sockets I could find were in the early 50's, but those were larger 1" drive sockets. Does early 50's sound right for this one? 1/2" drive IP 180.

 

[snapmom]

I would think early 50s too. but no sure. The IPxxx models started in the late 30s from what I see in the cats.

 

[saukit]

Thanks snapmom!

 

[d42jeep]

A buddy sent me this 1945 DBE wrench. It is now in the cosmoline box.
-Don

 

[saukit]

Nice Don! I really like those straight Boxocket DBE's, haven't found one yet but I'm sure it's just a matter of time.

Here is a 1/2" speeder I picked up a while back and have just gotten cleaned. K4 with E date code. The socket has been unfortunately savaged by a grinder, both around the circumference and the Snap on logo is ground off as well. Someone really didn't want to lose this socket!

 

[snapmom]

An older Snap on 10 piece socket shipping box. Two odd things on it ?????

 

[Oldtuleguy]

M10 5/16 9/32 drive sockets quantity of 10. Is that a 1940 date code on box? Also curious is it marked snapon somewhere?

 

[snapmom]

M10M models. Has a 40 date code on the box.

 

[Oldtuleguy]

Very cool. Don't see too many of those!

 

[Oldpine]

Got this at an Estate Sale today. Very surprised to find it to say the least.

 

[Ricky Joe]

Got this at an Estate Sale today. Very surprised to find it to say the least.

There was one recently on eBay that sold for $485. I got so excited that I sold mine with a buy-it-now for $400. I netted just over $350. Mine sold in less than an hour.

 

[Oldpine]

There was one recently on eBay that sold for $485. I got so excited that I sold mine with a buy-it-now for $400. I netted just over $350. Mine sold in less than an hour.

I saw that . If I were to sell this one I would probably do it as an auction, or maybe not, I am impatient.

 

[Ricky Joe]

I saw that . If I were to sell this one I would probably do it as an auction, or maybe not, I am impatient.

Since there was competition pushing the price up, I listed mine at buy-it-now for $400 when the price of the other one was $405. I didn’t think it would sell, but it did, in less than an hour. I thought it was a fluke that one would go that high, but apparently more people thought it was worth more, and bid it up. Funny thing is that I had just given one away not too long ago! Usually if I want it, it is gold, and if I have it, it is brown!

 

[Oldpine]

Since there was competition pushing the price up, I listed mine at buy-it-now for $400 when the price of the other one was $405. I didn’t think it would sell, but it did, in less than an hour. I thought it was a fluke that one would go that high, but apparently more people thought it was worth more, and bid it up. Funny thing is that I had just given one away not too long ago! Usually if I want it, it is gold, and if I have it, it is brown!

Sometimes I think everything I have is brown...

 

[Ricky Joe]

Sometimes I think everything I have is brown...

I know everyone else thinks what I have is brown!

 

[bmwrd0]

There was one recently on eBay that sold for $485. I got so excited that I sold mine with a buy-it-now for $400. I netted just over $350. Mine sold in less than an hour.

Ha! I sold one of mine for $425 that same day. It was only listed for about 4-5 hours. Pretty nice considering I bought it for $5.

 

[Oldtuleguy]

I have one of the early ones, but kind of attached to it.

 

[bmwrd0]

It's kinda funny, they aren't that uncommon; there are usually a few for sale on the 'bay at any time. But for some reason, they went hot and fast that day.

 

[Stillgottimefor1]

Early 1/2-to 3/4 adapter. I’m confused about the numbers and the lock pin seems to have been chiseled off.

 

[snapmom]

Looks like LA-12. Probably from the early 40s

 

[MarineScott]

Are the old black handled screwdrivers worth anything?

 

[RTM]

Are the old black handled screwdrivers worth anything?

My last 2 I picked up are great users. One even has the hex on the shank. Black Square handle. Think I paid $1 each. Wouldn't sell them that cheap

 

[Stillgottimefor1]

Looks like LA-12. Probably from the early 40s

Thanks, was hoping you would answer. Since it had a regular ball for retention as well as what I assume was a pin lock, and it has been destroyed, this puts this tool in the “user “. category, and not something special, right?

 

[Ricky Joe]

Actually those pins were aggravating to use. I would grind mine off, too, as a user.

 

[Oldtuleguy]

If you are in a hurry they slow you down

 

[Stillgottimefor1]

Actually those pins were aggravating to use. I would grind mine off, too, as a user.

I always left mine in place, but I’m the kind of ****-retentive ******* that has a pocket screwdriver!

 

[Ricky Joe]

If you thought ahead of time to not align the pin with the hole, you were ok. Still had to push it in with your thumbnail.

 

[twertsy]

I just can’t help myself……

 

[Private Lugnutz]

Haha! You're supposed to be selling, not buying. That is definitely unleavebehindable, though. Nice snag.

 

[Oldtuleguy]

Nice! Just when you thought you were out.... they pull you back in