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    Calling all Snap On history buffs....

    The 1/2 sets were the "Standard" series in the 20's, hence the "S" prefix. Master sets were a specific set, not the whole series, in the beginning when these prefixes were initiated. The original "Midget" series was 9/32 drive, and carried the "M" prefix. The 1/4" drive Midget series received...
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    Vintage 1942 Snap on 71-15 15" 1/2 Drive Ratchet

    Sold......!
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    Vintage 1942 Snap on 71-15 15" 1/2 Drive Ratchet

    This is a very nice condition 1942 date coded 71-15 Ratchet. No owners markings, nice patina. Works very smoothly; I just opened it up, cleaned, inspected and lubricated it. The retaining ball on the drive end works perfectly, and the spring loaded oil fill ball at the top of the head works as...
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    Evil Tungsten...say what?

    I better stock up on TIG electrodes now before Uncle Sam won't let me have any.
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    25th Anniversary Snap On Catalog, what is it worth?

    39-45 era catalogs will get $30-70 on ebay depending on condition, but this is for average condition. Mint unissued copies would bring an unusually high premium if they came to market. the 20's era catalogs sell for a lot, but the 40's era are common. in fact, the market is not so great, a 1931...
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    Opinions on inline blow guns

    I have had one on my main air hose for a few years and I love it. Couldn't live without it now.
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    Vintage snap on socket. Use it, or sell it?

    Or offer it to one of the collectors on this site who are actually nice friendly people..... (as you can tell I'm [publicly] not his biggest fan) Honestly, you could certainly use it. These were well made, and unless you impact it or use a cheater (that would be abuse) it will not break...
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    Iphone 4 vs Droid vs ?

    I have Verizon on a Motorola Droid and the battery life is amazing, better than anyphone I or anyone I know has ever had. I use it a LOT and at the end of the day I always have at least 45-50% batter life left. My Ipad is on AT&T 3G and anytime the service is slow on it due to AT&T's terrible...
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    Snap-on S12 Questions

    the date code is often on the shank, mid-length, opposite of the Snap-on logo. It would date from the very late 20's to mid 30's
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    Was SO always so expensive?

    The trucks came in the early 20's actually, the payment plans came in the depression era.
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    Home Depot censors their tool reviews

    Apple computers keeps all reviews it seems, as I have sen a few negative ones, yet they allow the review system to remain fair and balanced. Shame on Home Depot.
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    has anyone seen a snap-on logo like this?

    I have honestly never seen this logo. Very interesting, and nice to get to see it, thanks for posting!
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    Vintage tools....do you use them?

    i do not use my vintage snap on collection. I prefer my new tools for working, they are smoother, stronger, and more ergonomic.
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    5 point security Torx?

    One of the sites that disassembled the new MacBook air that the screw pictured is on used a small flat screwdriver to remove the screws.
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    5 point security Torx?

    The new MacBook air! I just ordered one.
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    I'm confused. Flap wheel discs: For sanding or grinding or both?

    Walter makes some of the best ones. They are made in Germany. Not cheap, but they outperform the cheap ones in cut time and longevity, and wind up being a better value. I keep the 40 grit ones on hand.
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    The General Drill Bit Set

    Huot makes drill indexes, not the drill bits themselves.
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    Mystery tool I.D?

    it is a torture device.
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    1 1/2 lb very old ratchet?? Please, help id

    and snapmom solved it, thanks!
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    1 1/2 lb very old ratchet?? Please, help id

    Very bizarre, like a late 30 s to 40s era snap on, but not quite. Sent you a pm about it.
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