Ebay or Auction Deals Permathread!

Rejected at 60 dollars too. I agree, at 60-70 dollars, I'd give in, but definitely not his asking price.

Reto said:

For you guys who know all about American tools, how would you position this set quality-wise? Let's say, in a range from US Craftsman (the most recent before they switched to China) to Snap On, would this set be closer to Craftsman or closer to Snap On? Or maybe this depends on what we mean with "better quality"? Any comment is appreciated!

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Duro-Indestro : as good (if not better) than anything else out there. they made a damn good socket. no comparison to Craftsman. comparable to a Wright or Proto. from what little S-K I own, I think it's better than the S-K stuff, but obviously I'm more partial to Indestro.

I don't think that guy's in a hurry to unload those and I really doubt he's going to drop down to $60 or $70 bucks on that set. he sold one right out of the gate at $128.00 the day after he first listed them, then there was no action for a week and he raised them to $144.00. another week went by. then another week. now he's down to $100.00 OBO.
I need another 1/2" drive Indestro socket set like I need another hole in my head - I have about a half a dozen now. (SAE mostly)
But, I don't have that particular set, so if there are still any left I might toss $80 or $90 at him in a week or two and see if he bites.

and yeah... as I note in all those postings, shipping costs can vary wildly depending upon which side of the country you're on.

that's why I haven't bought this one:

Duro Indestro 12-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
5/16" - 1"
new NOS
$19.99 + $21.05 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Duro-In...743263?hash=item1a1a7ff59f:g:v1sAAOSwo0JWIYYJ

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there are some close-up shots of some Duro-Indestro 1/2" drive 6-point SAE sockets I picked up several months ago HERE:
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=5261997#post5261997
(scroll down a bit)
should give you a better visual than the photos that are in that ad.

four.cycle said:

and yeah... as I note in all those postings, shipping costs can vary wildly depending upon which side of the country you're on.

that's why I haven't bought this one:

Duro Indestro 12-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
5/16" - 1"
new NOS
$19.99 + $21.05 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Duro-In...743263?hash=item1a1a7ff59f:g:v1sAAOSwo0JWIYYJ

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my quote for shipping is 9.30$. how is that getting done? when he lists it, does he tell ebay how much it weighs, and how much handling he wants, and they figure out the shipping? i have gotten packages USPS with ebay written on the labels, so there must be something going on here . . . .

i last sold something on ebay in the late 1990's, and will be wading back in soon, so this is more than just a casual interest. thanx.

a52-830 said:

...how is that getting done? when he lists it, does he tell ebay how much it weighs, and how much handling he wants, and they figure out the shipping...

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That is one way. With it, eBay will use the size of the box, its total weight, the ZIP of the recipient, and any seller-imposed fees to calculate the appropriate cost. Another is a flat rate. Yet another is free shipping. If you choose either of the latter two, be sure to limit it to recipients in the lower 48.

I suspect that for many, like myself, shipping on the large Indestro 1/2" set absolutely kills the deal. If I decide to make an offer it will be predicated on the seller tossing the set minus the metal box and speeder into a USPS flat-rate box.

If you don't ask, they can't say yes.

beware seller Member id j6o5m2

Won a craftsman 1/2" ratchet USA like new for $12.86 after shipping (nobody else bid). After 2 weeks of waiting I finally decided to check up on it. He cancelled the order 2 days after I won and refunded it and never bothered to say anything to me.

I find it weird that I never even got a notification through eBay that the order was cancelled.
I'll have to check my email, but who cares at this point. I have a separate email just for Paypal, so I don't check it often.

thepipe said:

That is one way. With it, eBay will use the size of the box, its total weight, the ZIP of the recipient, and any seller-imposed fees to calculate the appropriate cost. Another is a flat rate. Yet another is free shipping.

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One more (although not likely on those particular auctions): on certain items ebay will estimate shipping for you based on size/weight of similar/same items. It's the least accurate way and I never use it although once in a blue moon they get it right on simple items.

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Good quality bearings, he accepted my offer @ 3.99 each+ shipping
INA 60052Z BEARINGS NEW IN BOX
$5.99 OBO + $3.50 shipping
Made in Taiwan

Rick M said:

One more (although not likely on those particular auctions): on certain items ebay will estimate shipping for you based on size/weight of similar/same items. It's the least accurate way and I never use it although once in a blue moon they get it right on simple items.

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I've never heard of that one and would never use it. I can envision the issues that would arise if eBay's estimate was too low.

If you set the weight and dimensions when posting your listing under the shipping section, it should be pretty accurate (as well as specify the shipping method you will use). Keep in mind if you post from the mobile site or the app this option isn't available (I think?).

You'll notice a lot of times (on the desktop site) when you go to post a listing, the weight/dimensions that are already filled in are way off.

The weight and dimensions are legacy from your last entry. If you fill in method weight and dimensions, Ebay will calculate accurate shipping cost and at checkout you can print a label and pay for it in advance. There is a small discount credited to the seller when using this option. It can also save time at the package store or post office.

thepipe said:

I've never heard of that one and would never use it. I can envision the issues that would arise if eBay's estimate was too low.

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It only shows up on certain items. If you ever used Half.com then you'll get the idea except ebay doesn't force you to use their estimates (yet).

SK flare nut wrench sets (shipping may vary):

NEW SK SUPERKROME 5 PC FLARENUT WRENCH SET 1/4" - 13/16" NEW IN POUCH
auction 2d9h 4 bids
$11.49 + $7.50 shipping
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-SK-SUPE...:g:Wl4AAOSw6n5XvwIG&item=222229520663&vxp=mtr

SK S-K FLARE NUT WRENCH SET Metric #8813 and SAE #F2022 USA
(3 SAE, 3 metric) used, excellent
auction 5d3h 0 bids
$20 + $6 shipping
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SK-S-K-FLAR...:g:O4cAAOSwMgdXwv9b&item=191956275724&vxp=mtr

oddball sizes, but here you go:

SET OF 3 S-K (SK) METRIC COMBINATION WRENCHES 8MM 9MM 11MM 12 POINT MADE IN USA
used, excellent
buy it now $13.20 free shipping
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SET-OF-3-S-...322655?hash=item5b29eb7c9f:g:KSQAAOSwaB5XucsV

Not sure what would constitute a "hot deal" on these but I own one and they are handy tools. Great for dropping in your pocket. They can do a number of things but mostly I use mine as a depth gauge, square, bevel gauge, and for marking lines. One auction says brass but I believe they were made of German silver.

Incidentally if you are interested in the history of tools and their inventors, the guy who invented this, Capt Hutchinson, was a career soldier, police commissioner, and mercenary. Kind of an interesting dude.

Vintage Brass Twelve in One Tool Nashville Ruler Pat. 1,636,637
$9.99 + shipping

Vintage Twelve in One Metal Folding Square Ruler Tool
$7.00 + shipping

ugh.. the SK Frankenstein ratchet that I'm bidding on is already up to $19.50 + $8.54 shipping.. I'm not going over $30 with shipping. Is anyone here bidding on it?

I'm going to bid $21.47 on it.

Snap On 1/2 to 1 inch flare wrenches.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Snap-On-Exte...322103?hash=item568c513e77:g:naEAAOSw65FXwgej

Current bid $16 + 6 for shipping

heather is offering :

Armstrong 11-974 3/8" Dr. Flex Head Teardrop Ratchet

http://www.ebay.com/itm/222235940688

note this isn't the locking head flex ratchet like the 1/2" one she has. i offered 28$ and got accepted, down from the asking of 40$, with free shipping.

next lowest on ebay is 48.72+6.99 shipping.

* to anyone watching the Duro-Indestro 38-pc 1/2" drive metric socket set: seller has raised asking price to $110.00 + shipping OBO as of 09/02/16
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Duro-Indest...ENxXmUDR&item=232036288837&vxp=mtr&rmvSB=true

* shipping costs may vary depending on geographic location *

socket

Craftsman 10-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
5/32" - 1/2"
used
G
$8.00 + $2.60 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-4-drive-S...643231?hash=item2115dbbd9f:g:DpgAAOSwFV9Xw1Mr

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KAL/Proamerica 13-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set
3/16" - 1/2" sockets, spinner, u-joint, two extensions (NO ratchet)
listed as used. looks new.
$1.54 + $4.54 shipping now. 3 bids now. ends Tues. 09/06
http://www.ebay.com/itm/13pc-Pro-Am...849726?hash=item23716d63be:g:lCMAAOSwknJXyMEF

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Patriot 12-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set w/box (manufactured by Indestro / same as Indestro Select)
7/16" - 1"
used
$39.99 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/PATRRIOT-US...475149?hash=item3d2490cf8d:g:uIcAAOSw9IpXycyu

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PROTO 12-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
1/4" - 7/8" (7/8" socket is Challenger, all others PROTO)
listed as used. looks new.
$24.99 + $5.95 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/12pc-Lot-So...186180?hash=item3608578044:g:AlAAAOSw9IpXyNWl

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Duro-Chrome 8-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
1/4" - 3/8" - 7/16" - 1/2" - 9/16" - 5/8" - 3/4" - 13/16"
listed as used. looks new.
one cent + $4.16 shipping now. 1 bid now. ends Weds. 09/07
http://www.ebay.com/itm/USA-made-8-...998032?hash=item3608455f10:g:oQ8AAOSwGtRXx5AB

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Duro-Indestro 12-pt 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
5/16" - 1"
new NOS
$19.99 + $21.05 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Duro-In...743263?hash=item1a1a7ff59f:g:v1sAAOSwo0JWIYYJ

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Duro-Indestro 12-pc 1/2" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
3/8" - 1-1/16"
new NOS
$24.99 + $24.15 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Duro-In...422685?hash=item5d6837721d:g:6l8AAOSwhcJWKsKS

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wrench

Duro-Indestro 3-pc SAE flare nut / line wrench set w/pouch
3/8" - 3/4"
new NOS
$12.99 + $7.80 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-3-Piece...737035?hash=item1a1a7fdd4b:g:BzAAAOSw9N1VtWZ6

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Herbrand 8-pc SAE open-end wrench set
1/4" - 1"
used
$15.00 + $6.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Weds. 09/07
http://www.ebay.com/itm/8-VTG-HERBR...907597?hash=item2ef3bf798d:g:ktYAAOSw0UdXuX3F

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S-K 10-pc METRIC open-end wrench set w/pouch
8mm - 32mm
used
$17.50 + $8.30 shipping now. 4 bids now. ends Tues. 09/06
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SK-Tools-10...:g:U~4AAOSwi0RXxdi3&item=252519001606&vxp=mtr

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Duro-Chrome 6-pc (7-pc) SAE combination wrench set w/pouch
3/8" - 11/16" ( the 3/4" wrench box end is broken )
listed as "tappet wrench" - these are standard long-handle combination wrenches, NOT tappet wrenches
used
$20.00 + $6.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Tues. 09/06
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-DUR...098840?hash=item2cb1982398:g:h28AAOSwHoFXuYEP

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puller

Indestro 255 6-inch 2-arm puller
used
$36.95 + $13.50 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 09/09
OR $48.95 + $13.50 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Ind...:g:V9gAAOSwgZ1Xtqxt&item=252523391422&vxp=mtr

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Duro Chrome 2345 small bearing separator (* missing one bolt *)
used
$5.00 + $6.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Thurs. 09/08
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Duro-Chrome...:g:IBwAAOSwFV9XyKA~&item=122111591802&vxp=mtr

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Owatonna (OTC) 1001L 2-arm gear puller
well used. engraved. needs some love.
$18.00 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-PUL...:g:ViUAAOSw3xJXphBX&item=122110811922&vxp=mtr

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vintage / collector

Walden Worcester 5-pc SAE wooden handle spinner socket set
7/16" - 3/4"
used.
$9.50 + $13.32 shipping now. 1 bid now. ends Mon. 09/05
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-WAL...768439?hash=item2a6f969eb7:g:9BEAAOSwGtRXw8Qk

* shipping costs may vary depending on geographic location *

ratchet

Challenger 1060-1 1/4" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$12.99 + $6.25 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-PRO...:g:PkAAAOSwZVlXvj9p&item=152229087044&vxp=mtr

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PROTO 4749 1/4" drive pear-head ratchet
used
$14.99 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/PROTO-RATCH...957395?hash=item1c6e7fdbd3:g:Fs4AAOSwgmJXyZW7

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socket

KAL (US) 14-pc 1/4" drive 12-pt SAE socket set w/box
3/16" - 1/2"
new (see photos) (Military surplus. box has been marked and has duct tape on it.)
$22.99 + $4.99 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/KAL-14PC-SO...788064?hash=item51dd9396a0:g:HsoAAOSwZ1lWeEFJ

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PROTO J47116 25-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set w/box
3/16" - 9/16"
new
$10.88 + $11.95 shipping now. 1 bid now. ends Sat. 09/10
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-PROTO-1...:g:Yg0AAOSwi0RXytMk&item=131927812589&vxp=mtr

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puller

Owatonna (OTC) 1000 2-arm gear puller
used
99 cents + $3.95 shipping now. 1 bid now. ends Sat. 09/10
http://www.ebay.com/itm/OTC-TOOLS-2...112088?hash=item5437b8d1d8:g:GcsAAOSw9IpXydZL

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Owatonna (OTC) 1010-1/2-L 3-arm gear puller
used
99 cents + $6.75 shipping now. 1 bid now. ends Sat. 09/10
http://www.ebay.com/itm/OTC-TOOLS-3...027302?hash=item2ef3dfd1a6:g:pe4AAOSwMgdXyuQO

four.cycle said:

Duro-Indestro : as good (if not better) than anything else out there. they made a damn good socket. no comparison to Craftsman. comparable to a Wright or Proto. from what little S-K I own, I think it's better than the S-K stuff, but obviously I'm more partial to Indestro.

I don't think that guy's in a hurry to unload those and I really doubt he's going to drop down to $60 or $70 bucks on that set. he sold one right out of the gate at $128.00 the day after he first listed them, then there was no action for a week and he raised them to $144.00. another week went by. then another week. now he's down to $100.00 OBO.
I need another 1/2" drive Indestro socket set like I need another hole in my head - I have about a half a dozen now. (SAE mostly)
But, I don't have that particular set, so if there are still any left I might toss $80 or $90 at him in a week or two and see if he bites.

and yeah... as I note in all those postings, shipping costs can vary wildly depending upon which side of the country you're on.

that's why I haven't bought this one:

Duro Indestro 12-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
5/16" - 1"
new NOS
$19.99 + $21.05 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Duro-In...743263?hash=item1a1a7ff59f:g:v1sAAOSwo0JWIYYJ

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there are some close-up shots of some Duro-Indestro 1/2" drive 6-point SAE sockets I picked up several months ago HERE:
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=5261997#post5261997
(scroll down a bit)
should give you a better visual than the photos that are in that ad.

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I would also put Duro/Indestro up there with SK/Proto/Wright for sockets or wrenches and vintage ratchets, but I don't think the chrome is quite as good as SK or Wright. About same as old Proto. I have lots of these old sockets and the Protos and Indestros will show rust over time if not taken care of well. I have very very few old SK sockets or ratchets with rust on them or Wrights either. Now this is vintage stuff. New chrome I can't say yet as I don't have much of that or for very long. I really really like the Duro/Indestro wrenches though. Very very good stuff. I have a short stubby metric double box offset Indestro and love it to death. I'd say up there with Stahwille or premium German or Koken Japan on that set of wrenches. I need nothing better. Although those new to 4C may think there is bias there as he used to sell Duro/indestro and other brands, there is no bias there !!! He is just telling the truth to all and sharing knowledge on the good stuff and good deals! - Paul

Rick M said:

Not sure what would constitute a "hot deal" on these but I own one and they are handy tools. Great for dropping in your pocket. They can do a number of things but mostly I use mine as a depth gauge, square, bevel gauge, and for marking lines. One auction says brass but I believe they were made of German silver.

Incidentally if you are interested in the history of tools and their inventors, the guy who invented this, Capt Hutchinson, was a career soldier, police commissioner, and mercenary. Kind of an interesting dude.

Vintage Brass Twelve in One Tool Nashville Ruler Pat. 1,636,637
$9.99 + shipping

Vintage Twelve in One Metal Folding Square Ruler Tool
$7.00 + shipping

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Rick, those look really interesting. I never saw them before. But for depth gauges I generally use a real depth gauge for the accuracy. But for rough woodworking, may be fine. How all do you use these? - Paul

pauls workshop said:

I would also put Duro/Indestro up there with SK/Proto/Wright for sockets or wrenches and vintage ratchets, but I don't think the chrome is quite as good as SK or Wright.

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My oldest Indestro is stuff I purchased in 1970-1971 and the chrome is still good. I have never allowed my tools to sit out in the rain, though. If they do get wet I wipe them down.
Can't make any comparison to SK or Wright on the chrome, because I just started collecting other brands less than a year ago - previous to that almost everything was Indestro.

Speaking of which:
The seller of the Duro-Indestro 38-piece 1/2" drive 12-pt METRIC socket set cited above just raised his asking price from $100.00 to $110.00 OBO, and he's still only sold one of them - at his original asking price of $128.00.
Either this guy is a rookie seller on Ebay, or he is playing some kind of game.
I will hold off on making any offers on it until he comes back down on the price.
Watching the dust bunnies grow on your inventory is a hell of an incentive for reconsidering your asking price.

four.cycle said:

Watching the dust bunnies grow on your inventory is a hell of an incentive for reconsidering your asking price.

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interestingly, not true with snap on. i dont know if the unicorn horn they make them from repels dust bunnies, or the angel tears that they make the paint and chrome from inhibits their growth.

we may never know. . . . . .

Don't know if anyone is interested but it's a good price on this set. COO is probably Mexico, I didn't look it up.
(NEW) URREA 52218 3/8" Drive Socket Set w/ Accessories
$39.99 free ship, BIN

* shipping costs may vary depending on geographic location *

ratchet

S-K 49270 1/4" drive palm ratchet w/ 6 sockets and 2-inch extension
used.
$20.00 + $6.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-Tools-1...:g:GicAAOSw9IpXzGpf&item=222239849385&vxp=mtr

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S-K 40970 1/4" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$5.95 + $5.50 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-1-4-Dri...051843?hash=item2ef3ef73c3:g:FV8AAOSwi0RXzGHj

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ARMSTRONG NM91 1/4" drive pear-head ratchet with 7 misc. sockets
used
$8.00 + $4.25 shipping now. 1 bid now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Arm...794645?hash=item281ee19f15:g:loIAAOSw65FXvOpj

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Blackhawk (US) GW9945 1/4" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$13.95 + $2.45 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Bla...:g:SmoAAOSw-itXuK9C&item=131929138035&vxp=mtr

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PROTO 4749 1/4" drive pear-head ratchet
well used. cheap.
$3.00 + $3.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/PROTO-1-4-D...761230?hash=item25c361df4e:g:LbMAAOSw9IpXzJIF

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S-K 40972 1/4" drive flex head ratchet
used. engraved (see photos)
$27.99 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Old-Used-To...651369?hash=item2cb1dd9ae9:g:RNEAAOSwvzRXzL77

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S-K 45170 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$14.99 + $6.60 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-SK-...204213?hash=item568cba41b5:g:h7cAAOSwFe5XzLul

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New Britain NB44 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$15.00 incl. shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/3-8-drive-N...076897?hash=item33be8a7461:g:HO4AAOSw65FXujqw

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Thorsen Action 77JC 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet (Action handle w/Thorsen guts)(same/same - different branding)
used
$8.99 + $6.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Weds. 09/14
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Thorsen-7-A...333625?hash=item2a700a0e39:g:0I0AAOSwFwpXcaHa

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PROTO 5449 1/2" drive pear-head ratchet
used
$16.95 + $6.85 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Pro...009192?hash=item5b2a4241a8:g:5xUAAOSwrklVD6hJ

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socket

S-K 14-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set w/repainted box (diamond logo)
3/16" - 7/16"
used
$19.99 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
OR $44.99 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-S-K...:g:r-YAAOSwdIFXzKB2&item=311691083599&vxp=mtr

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S-K 16-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set w/box (diamond logo)
3/16" - 1/2"
used
$21.95 + $6.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-TOOLS-1...279622?hash=item5437d9e4c6:g:spgAAOSwvzRXzKCV

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ALLEN 15-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set w/box
3/16" - 1/2"
used (one socket has grinder marks)
$12.99 + $10.70 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Allen-15pc-...745549?hash=item2116481d0d:g:27kAAOSw-kdXzF1p
(* excellent seller *)

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S-K S-K Wayne PROTO 24-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set w/box
3/8" - 7/8" / shallow and deep-well (* see ad text and photos for content! *)
used
$49.99 + $12.00 shipping now. 1 bid now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-24-...:g:uSoAAOSwMtxXwfIy&item=142107724724&vxp=mtr

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Indestro Select 14-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set
3/8" - 1" sockets, 5-inch extension, u-joint, open-gear ratchet
used
99 cents + $7.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Weds. 09/14
http://www.ebay.com/itm/INDESTRO-SE...809209?hash=item25c3629ab9:g:whUAAOSwIgNXkBTA

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Indestro Super 13-pc 1/2" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
7/16" - 1-1/8"
listed as used. most look new.
$35.00 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/INDESTRO-SU...:g:9RgAAOSw-kdXzLRw&item=191962628714&vxp=mtr

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Craftsman 17-pc 3/4" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
7/8" - 2"
used. engraved.
looks like mixed G and V
$19.95 + $13.65 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/CRAFTSMAN-1...:g:H2AAAOSwFe5XzKJX&item=142107986487&vxp=mtr

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wrench

S-K 8-pc SAE ignition wrench set w/pouch
13/64" - 3/8"
used
99 cents + $9.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-Tools-I...:g:kloAAOSwFdtXzPA5&item=191962789116&vxp=mtr

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WESTLINE 6-pc SAE combination wrench set (manufactured by Indestro for Western Auto - same as "Indestro Select")
7/16" 1/2" 9/16" 5/8" 11/16" 3/4"
used
99 cents + $5.25 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-DUR...789291?hash=item2ef3bdab6b:g:0EwAAOSwxg5Xxx5q

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DAYTON 12-pc METRIC combination wrench set (manufactured by Thorsen)
8mm - 19mm
used (see photos!)
$55.00 + $6.45 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/12-Vintage-...156706?hash=item3d24b9ba62:g:cqoAAOSwNuxXYeJV

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Barcalo 6-pc SAE combination wrench set w/pouch
3/4 5/8 9/16 1/2 7/16 3/8
used
$9.99 + $15.50 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Bar...538807?hash=item2cb1dbe337:g:UssAAOSwknJXzIdR

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Craftsman 9-pc SAE double-end box wrench set
3/8" - 1"
used
=V=
99 cents + $6.45 shipping now. 1 bid now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Cra...:g:BuIAAOSwvzRXzLvI&item=232071494630&vxp=mtr

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S-K 12-pc METRIC combination wrench set
7mm - 19mm (NO 16mm)
used
$9.99 + $9.99 shipping now. 1 bid now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SK-Hand-Too...:g:FKAAAOSwFe5Xya~x&item=401182854278&vxp=mtr

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vintage / collector

FAIRMOUNT 9-pc SAE open-end wrench set w/pouch
3/8" - 1-1/4"
new NOS
$100.00 + $10.00 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NOS-Fairmou...:g:VdcAAOSwMgdXyj1l&item=162189881701&vxp=mtr

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Duro Chrome 23-pc 1/2" drive SAE socket set (sockets only)
5/16" - 1-1/4" hex sockets and 3/8" - 3/4" square sockets
used
$30.00 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
OR $60.00 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Very-Old-Vi...097605?hash=item1c6eafc645:g:PQsAAOSwi0RXzDwu

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NONE BETTER 19-pc 1/2" drive 12-pt SAE socket set w/original box
7/16" - 1-1/8" sockets (incl. 32nds), breaker, extensions, speeder, box. (NO ratchet)
used
$24.99 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Non...615234?hash=item36088bd302:g:wNMAAOSwFdtXzN9Y
(* excellent seller *)

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NONE BETTER 10-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set w/original box
1/4" - 7/16" sockets, breaker, box
used
$14.99 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Non...542540?hash=item4d4a63e54c:g:ABIAAOSwdIFXzN8j
(* excellent seller *)

==

mystery one-off home-made custom T-handle wrench

Mystery one-off T-handle wrench
looks like part of the recoil clutch from an older Briggs & Stratton lawnmower engine welded to a meter wrench handle.
not a clue, but somebody out there needs this tool for something.
used.
$7.59 + $12.40 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
OR $9.95 + $12.40 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/11211485090...64b9b310898&bu=44465042911&cp=1&sojTags=bu=bu

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Snap-On

Snap-on
about a dozen items listed today by Ebay seller bruceb440
all auctions. all low starting bids. all free shipping. all end Sunday 09/11
worth a look:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/m.html?_odk...RC2.A0.H0.Xsnap-on.TRS0&_nkw=snap-on&_sacat=0

I just want to thank everyone who contributes to this thread and other hot deal threads.
I have saved a lot of money and gained quality tools.

* shipping costs may vary depending on geographic location *

pliers

Vise-Grip 6LN Petersen Dewitt
used
$10.99 + $3.35 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VTG-PETERSO...:g:kEYAAOSwMgdXxG~k&item=311686531823&vxp=mtr

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Vise-Grip 7WR Petersen Dewitt
used
$9.99 + $4.00 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VTG-PETERSO...:g:qooAAOSwi0RXxHFi&item=311686536734&vxp=mtr

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Vise-Grip 7R Petersen Dewitt
used
$13.99 + $4.25 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VTG-PETERSO...:g:vCMAAOSwi0RXxHHx&item=311686539284&vxp=mtr

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ratchet

CHAMPION CT900 "Plugmaster" 3/8" drive RHFT flex-head bent-handle ratchet
used
$19.99 + $3.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sat. 09/10
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Cha...:g:WFUAAOSwdIFXzadz&item=371728872340&vxp=mtr

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PROTO 5249 3/8" drive pear-head ratchet
used
$9.50 + $11.42 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Proto-5249-...:g:d~oAAOSw3xJXpiqg&item=152231236301&vxp=mtr

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KRAEUTER 32070 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet
well used.
$15.00 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kreauter-Ra...:g:zfsAAOSwFV9XzYA0&item=222240606970&vxp=mtr

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PENENS 1661 1/2" drive pear-head ratchet
used. warhorse.
$9.99 + $7.97 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/PENENS-CORP...163402?hash=item2371af360a:g:EOIAAOSwv0tVNGiv

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S-K 42470 1/2" drive RHFT ratchet
used. chrome chipped a bit (see photos!)
$20.00 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-SK-...:g:5L4AAOSwGtRXzYcC&item=222240627146&vxp=mtr

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S-K 47170 3/4" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$49.99 + $18.75 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-Wayne-4...:g:FsEAAOSwxg5XxJNV&item=131929969297&vxp=mtr

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socket

S-K 14-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set (sockets only) (knurled band)
3/16" - 1/2" 6-points, a couple 8-points, and two misc. sockets.
used
$14.95 + $3.95 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Thurs. 09/15
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-S-K...092695?hash=item1a1b0e9ed7:g:mdMAAOSwFe5XzdZ1

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POWR-KRAFT 15-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set w/box (Wright manufactured)
3/16" - 7/16"
used
$29.95 + $7.95 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Pow...028270?hash=item1eb7a478ee:g:na4AAOSwFdtXzZIL

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FLEET 18-pc 1/4" and 3/8" drive SAE socket set w/box
(presumably 3/16" - 3/4")
used
$12.00 + $14.10 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Mon. 09/12
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Fle...397565?hash=item3acbce4abd:g:iAIAAOSwxg5XzeO9

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WIZARD 11-pc 1/2" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (Indestro manufactured)
13/16, 25/32, 3/4, 11/-16, 5/8, 19/32, 9/16, 1/2, 7/16 sockets, speeder, RHFT ratchet
used
$15.00 + $6.99 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sat. 09/10
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wizard-1-2-...810024?hash=item465458b3a8:g:UGsAAOSw-kdXzaYI

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wrench

(mostly) WILLIAMS 10-pc SAE combination wrench set w/pouch
3/8" - 1"
6 Williams wrenches, 4 "other" (ad doesn't specify which are which)
used. cheap.
$21.99 incl. shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/201662079530?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

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Challenger 5-pc SAE offset double-end box wrench set
3/8" - 7/8"
used
$22.00 + $15.50 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/3-8-to-7-8-...238219?hash=item2371b05a4b:g:hZgAAOSwvg9XeS3Y

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PROTO 5-pc SAE offset double-end box wrench set w/pouch
3/8" - 1"
used
$9.99 + $8.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Mon. 09/12
http://www.ebay.com/itm/L1816-Proto...699474?hash=item58e2b5fc52:g:A20AAOSwOdpXzcEF

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puller

Indestro 288 large 3-arm gear puller
used
$10.00 + $6.50 shipping now. 1 bid now. ends Thurs. 09/15
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Heavy-Duty-...:g:ltAAAOSwi0RXzF4a&item=122116114982&vxp=mtr

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brake retainer spring tool

Indestro Super 2165 brake retainer spring tool
used
$4.00 + $3.02 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Indestro-Su...:g:pU0AAOSwFdtXzeJP&item=162192837587&vxp=mtr

==

vintage / collector

HERBRAND 5-inch adjustable "bicycle wrench"
used
$4.25 + $4.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Mon. 09/12
OR $5.53 + $4.00 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Herbrand-Co...249005?hash=item41b23d7f6d:g:qLMAAOSw6n5XvbQm

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CORVETTE OEM 1984-1996 Roof Panel Ratchet
used
$14.97 + $6.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Mon. 09/12
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-OEM...ash=item281fbd4c35:g:rUEAAOSwFe5XzZEH&vxp=mtr

* shipping costs may vary depending on geographic location *

HERBRAND 8-pc SAE open-end wrench set
1/4" - 1"
used.
$15.00 + $6.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Weds. 09/07 16:00 PDT
http://www.ebay.com/itm/8-VTG-HERBR...907597?hash=item2ef3bf798d:g:ktYAAOSw0UdXuX3F

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HERBRAND 11-pc METRIC triple-square (XZN) bit set w/box
M5 M6 M8 M10 M12 long/short
new NOS
$23.99 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/11-PC-HERBR...hash=item54279bfac7:m:m21WlJqkJx2KmCHQwuJPaNA

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* shipping costs may vary depending on geographic location *

ratchet

CHAMPION CT405 3/8" drive RHFT flex-head ratchet
used
$10.00 + $4.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Mon. 04/12
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-CHA...:g:Ly8AAOSwknJXzfBI&item=201662344626&vxp=mtr

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S-K 45170 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet w/ S-K 3/8" breaker, S-K 6-inch extension, two S-K sockets
used
$25.00 + $5.00 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sk-Ratchet-...:g:ckMAAOSwFdtXzhzc&item=322253145530&vxp=mtr

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S-K 3770 3/8" drive flex-head ratchet
used
$24.99 + $6.80 shipping "buy now
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-SK-TOOL...:g:iKYAAOSwgmJXzfF8&item=272366083492&vxp=mtr

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WRIGHT 3400 3/8" drive RHFT "toosie roll" ratchet
used
$19.99 + $6.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Mon. 09/12
OR $25.99 + $6.00 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wright-Tool...025435?hash=item43f4921ddb:g:hYYAAOSw0UdXt7zx

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Thorsen 77C 1/2" drive RHFT ratchet and 42 sliding T-bar
used
$9.99 + $6.45 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Mon. 09/12
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Tho...:g:fHsAAOSw-itXuc45&item=182269601053&vxp=mtr

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HUSKY (US) CS45 1/2" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$12.95 + $6.45 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Hus...384755?hash=item5b2a573ef3:g:VOkAAOSwDNdV2PPt

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puller

Indestro 253 small 2-arm gear puller
used
$10.00 + $6.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Thurs. 09/08
http://www.ebay.com/itm/vintage-ind...:g:SfYAAOSwFV9XyK2V&item=122111675508&vxp=mtr

* shipping costs may vary depending on geographic location *

ratchet

S-K 40970 1/4" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$12.99 + $4.95 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Tues. 09/13
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-1-4-Dri...401287?hash=item5b2a66c1c7:g:~-kAAOSw65FXvNZN

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S-K 40970 1/4" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$4.99 + $4.75 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-40970-1...:g:Cg4AAOSwi0RXzoDn&item=262611814892&vxp=mtr

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PROTO 5249 3/8" drive pear-head ratchet and PROTO 5485 1/2" drive sliding t-handle
used. excellent.
$18.00 + $6.45 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Tues. 09/13
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Proto-3-8-d...:g:ImYAAOSwRgJXg8UI&item=142109675341&vxp=mtr

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PENNCRAFT 3681 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet (Kilness / New Britain)
used
$19.99 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Penncraft-3...671986?hash=item25c37f0732:g:uAoAAOSwa81XRgNK

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S-K 45170 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$14.95 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-3-8-DRI...094429?hash=item2cb1f39fdd:g:TDIAAOSwFdtXzyIv

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S-K 45170 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$9.00 + $6.95 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 09/09
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-TOOLS-3...:g:U9cAAOSw65FXsgP3&item=401184002706&vxp=mtr

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S-K 45170 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$10.50 + $4.00 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SK-TOOLS-45...:g:sVMAAOSwvzRXz0Ur&item=201663232288&vxp=mtr

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S-K 45170 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$12.50 + $4.00 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SK-TOOLS-45...:g:JmIAAOSwGtRXz0nW&item=191964193627&vxp=mtr

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S-K Wayne 3870 3/8" drive RHFT "roto head" ratchet
used
$9.99 + $7.85 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Tues. 09/13
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-Wayne-3...:g:K-sAAOSwi0RXzwaf&item=142109707063&vxp=mtr

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Indestro Super 3275 1/2" drive RHFT ratchet
used. needs a good cleaning.
$15.50 + $6.10 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/INDESTRO-37...:g:Pj0AAOSwFe5Xzz8a&item=191964174192&vxp=mtr

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Indestro 2372 3/4" drive pear-head ratchet w/ 6 Indestro Super 3/4" drive sockets
used
$9.99 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Tues. 09/13
OR $200.00 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-IND...828387?hash=item33bea52e23:g:GBoAAOSwFV9XzyW2

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socket

* caveat: if you have any questions contact the seller before bidding! check the photos! *

POWR-KRAFT 15-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set w/box (Wright manufactured)
presumably 3/16" - 7/16" hex w/ 1/4" and 5/16" 8-points
used
$27.00 + $11.35 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Tues. 09/13
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vtg-POWR-KR...509875?hash=item43f4998233:g:R34AAOSwZVlXj5W2

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WILDE 9-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set w/box
3/8" - 3/4"
new NOS
$21.50 + $6.80 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Wilde-1...588593?hash=item5b2a4b18f1:g:E9AAAOSwYlJW2JwF

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POWR-KRAFT 3/8" drive (?) socket mix with ratchet and spinner
ratchet is re-branded 89J Thorsen. spinner Channellock. sockets mixed Thorsen, Wright manufactured (see photos)
used. some engraved.
$9.99 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/L-K-Powr-Kr...hannel-lock-drive-w-18-sockets-/172332757989?

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POWR-KRAFT 7-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE deep-well socket set w/tray (Thorsen manufactured)
7/16" - 13/16"
used
$13.99 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/L-K-Vintage...758800?hash=item281fd53710:g:Hq4AAOSw-itXvgBH

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POWR-KRAFT 23-pc 3/8" drive socket mix with ratchet and breaker
ratchet and breaker are Wright manufactured. sockets are a mix of what appear to be mixed Thorsen, Indestro, Craftsman (hodge podge)
used
$12.99 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/L-K-LOT-OF-...757969?hash=item281fd533d1:g:M5UAAOSwdzVXvxzl

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S-K 7-pc 3/8" drive SAE universal joint socket set (sockets only)
3/8" - 3/4"
used
$34.99 + $6.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Tues. 09/13
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-Swivel-...:g:c78AAOSwWC1Xpi6j&item=232073026355&vxp=mtr

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POWR-KRAFT 9-pc 1/2" drive SAE deep-well socket mix with ratchet
ratchet is Wright manufactured. sockets appear to be Wright manufactured.
used. some engraved.
$9.99 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/L-K-POWR-KR...:g:vg4AAOSwU-pXvgNx&item=172332757976&vxp=mtr

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POWR-KRAFT 12-pc 1/2" drive SAE socket mix with ratchet
ratchet is re-branded 3275 Indestro. sockets are mixed Indestro and Thorsen manufactured, Wright, Blackhawk (?)
used
$9.99 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/L-K-Lot-of-...757994?hash=item281fd533ea:g:W2AAAOSw65FXvgGw

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POWR-KRAFT 34-pc 1/2" drive SAE socket mix with ratchet
ratchet is Wright manufactured. sockets are a mix of Wright and Thorsen manufactured POWR-KRAFT, some Wardmaster, a couple Indestro Super (hodge podge)
used
$9.99 incl. shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/L-K-VINTAGE...:g:cnAAAOSwZVlXvf-F&item=172332757968&vxp=mtr

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wrench

Craftsman 4-pc SAE tappet wrench set
No 1, No 2, No 3, No 4 (3/8" - 7/8"
used
-V-
$11.50 + $9.04 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Cra...816695?hash=item43f49e30b7:g:3lIAAOSwFdtXz09E

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puller

HERBRAND 865 slide-hammer bearing and seal puller
used
$11.50 + $6.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Sun. 09/11
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Her...006372?hash=item46546af4e4:g:YdYAAOSwdIFXzz-m

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punch / chisel

Wilde 5-pc cold chisel set w/pouch
5/16" - 3/4"
new
$20.65 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MADE-IN-THE...-5pc-COLD-CHISEL-HIGH-CARBON-SET/281840778429

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vintage / collector

C.E. Niehoff & Co. model T-14 Voltage Regulator Tester (Voltmeter/Ammeter)
5V - 25V
used. needs rewiring
$55.00 + $24.63 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Amm...240274?hash=item3f6a5a4452:g:URMAAOxylpNTPeLV

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S-K 6-pc 1/4" drive SAE "spin kit"
spinner, 1/4", 9/32" 5/16", 3/8" 7/16" sockets
used
$24.99 + $6.80 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Rar...:g:8lYAAOSwdIFXzfOI&item=272366095587&vxp=mtr

==

SEARS (Japan) 21-pc 1/4" and 3/8" drive SAE socket set w/box
3/16" - 7/8"
listed as used. looks new. complete.
$24.95 + $15.50 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Sea...617771?hash=item1c6ed63aab:g:rt0AAOSwbYZXcr7U

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BONNEY V702K 1/4" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$14.75 + $3.25 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BONNEY-V-70...:g:z8YAAOSwFV9Xz0cf&item=191964189945&vxp=mtr

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AC 3/8" drive dual-handle (gear drive) ratchet Pat. 2594669 (Reechet Tool Corp.)
used
$45.00 + $6.10 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 09/16
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Rar...061555?hash=item1eb7b43d33:g:0MUAAOSw8oFXzx10

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COCHRAN Speednut Wrench (Patented May 2, 1916)
Chicago, Ill.
used.
$9.99 + $6.99 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Coc...212301?hash=item4d4a7d5fcd:g:yXgAAOSwdIFXzvtu

four.cycle said:

My oldest Indestro is stuff I purchased in 1970-1971 and the chrome is still good. I have never allowed my tools to sit out in the rain, though. If they do get wet I wipe them down.
Can't make any comparison to SK or Wright on the chrome, because I just started collecting other brands less than a year ago - previous to that almost everything was Indestro.

Speaking of which:
The seller of the Duro-Indestro 38-piece 1/2" drive 12-pt METRIC socket set cited above just raised his asking price from $100.00 to $110.00 OBO, and he's still only sold one of them - at his original asking price of $128.00.
Either this guy is a rookie seller on Ebay, or he is playing some kind of game.
I will hold off on making any offers on it until he comes back down on the price.
Watching the dust bunnies grow on your inventory is a hell of an incentive for reconsidering your asking price.

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Yes, I also have plenty of Duro-Indestro and Proto without any chrome damage (they were oiled or taken care of a little). But I have some corroded that weren't taken care of well. Thickness of chrome is a touchy subject because we all want great chrome but the greater it is the worse it is for the environment, or used to be anyhow. Not sure if modern chrome plating is a problem that way, but it used to be. - Paul

Four Cycle, those wilde chisles you linked to are a stock item at menards. That five piece set lists around $15 and gets better with sales, and the regular 11% off. They are a great product for the money, far better than the modern craftsman ones.

^ no Menard's on the west coast - I think they're Midwest only.

* shipping costs may vary depending on geographic location *

socket

Duro-Indestro 13-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
5/16" - 1"
new NOS
$44.50 + $6.80 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NOS-DURO-IN...446790?hash=item5b2a677386:g:dKsAAOSwvzRXz4Q9

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vintage / collector

Stevens Walden 11-pc 1/2" drive 12-pt SAE socket set
ratchet and 10 sockets 7/16" - 1"
used
$16.95 + $6.00 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-STW...027394?hash=item21166aee82:g:ghEAAOSwOdpXz43H

pauls workshop said:

the greater it is the worse it is for the environment, or used to be anyhow. Not sure if modern chrome plating is a problem that way, but it used to be.

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Cal Custom (the makers of chrome air cleaners and other bolt-on geegaws) started sending their stuff over the border into Mexico for chrome plating in the early 1970s. A few years later most of it was being done in Asia.

I'd say it's a given that older stuff is going to probably have more durable plating on it - I have some stuff older than me that still looks good: Indestro; Craftsman; a couple others.

four.cycle said:

Cal Custom (the makers of chrome air cleaners and other bolt-on geegaws) started sending their stuff over the border into Mexico for chrome plating in the early 1970s. A few years later most of it was being done in Asia.

I'd say it's a given that older stuff is going to probably have more durable plating on it - I have some stuff older than me that still looks good: Indestro; Craftsman; a couple others.

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Yes, *quality plated* older will be thicker than most new, but there is that corrosion potential due to the age thing/environment if not taken care of. I have found the older SK, Wright, and Craftsman -V- or -H- (and of course Snap On) to be some of the best chrome out there. Much of mine has no rust at all to them, 30-50 years old. Modern SK chrome is also very very good as is modern Proto and again Snap On. I can't say tooo much about modern as I don't have alot of modern, just some and not old enough or treated badly to know yet. - Paul

a52-830 said:

heather is offering :

Armstrong 11-974 3/8" Dr. Flex Head Teardrop Ratchet

http://www.ebay.com/itm/222235940688

note this isn't the locking head flex ratchet like the 1/2" one she has. i offered 28$ and got accepted, down from the asking of 40$, with free shipping.

next lowest on ebay is 48.72+6.99 shipping.

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i got this, and i have bought several other things from them (the paypal stuff refers to Heather, but i have also received email from Trevor).

today, this ratchet appeared. when i opened the package, it was inside an Armstrong sealed bag. i opened the bag, and went to spin the ratchet, as is my custom with new things that spin, and the ratchet was jammed. the selector was all the way to one side, and would not move either.

i emailed them thru ebay, around 8am this morning, and by 9 i had gotten an email back apologizing. they refunded the money i paid, and suggested i contact Armstrong.

since i wouldn't lie to armstrong, i told them that i bought it on ebay. they were polite, but obviously not happy. they put me on hold to confer, and came back several minutes later, and told me that they usually only warrantied tools for the original owner. i interrupted her to remind her that it was in an armstrong bag, with a 2016 date printed on it. she continued to state that while they would not replace the ratchet, they would send me a repair kit, which is actually all i wanted. after giving her all my information, she apologized, and told me that "you might have to wait awhile, the system lists the delivery date as "backordered".


so, the ebay seller tgra2192 gets "two thumbs up" as someone i would recommend, and and very pleased with their prices and service (they also ship quickly). armstrong, on the other hand, only gets "one thumb up", they dealt with me, but made it a less pleasant experience than it needed to be.

glad my low ball offer was rejected then, I didn't really need one, certainly dont need a broken one

a52-830 said:

... they usually only warrantied tools for the original owner.

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Disappointing. If that is their policy then okay but they should put it in writing because their warranty is for the life of the tool. Compare that to Proto, when I had a problem I fired off an email and they apologized and asked for my address, sent me a new tool no questions asked.

well, i have dealt with Sears, both good and bad (likely depending on the day the employee is having), but all in all worthwhile.

Tekton is great. they seem quick and replace things without hassle.

Sunex is unknown. i emailed them for warranty support yesterday morning, yet to hear back.

snapon has been great, at least to me. i know that they are an "original owner" warranty, but when i called them, they have been really helpful with the old tool box i bought (ok, *boxes* i have bought). really no complaint there, the fact that they have any parts at all for boxes that they haven't made in 30 years amazes me.

and armstrong, well, you saw the note. they did the right thing, but it was effort on their part.

Rick M said:

Disappointing. If that is their policy then okay but they should put it in writing because their warranty is for the life of the tool. Compare that to Proto, when I had a problem I fired off an email and they apologized and asked for my address, sent me a new tool no questions asked.

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