1/4" ratchet ID?

bb_max · Aug 2, 2016

Any have any info on the manufacturer of this 1/4" drive ratchet?
Recent garage sale find. The CM box in the back is unrelated, but from the same sale.

Rileysan · Aug 2, 2016

No idea, but I want one!

Brian

3baygarage · Aug 2, 2016

Those ratchets were sold under different brand names. They came in little economy type sets. Usually they are unmarked although I have seen some with a name stamped on them.

Some, the head unscrews from the handle. Yours looks like it does.

3baygarage · Aug 2, 2016

I have seen several of this style stamped MECHANICRAFT, but for all I know they may have been a different mfr. altogether:

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=57039

bb_max · Aug 2, 2016

Thanks for the insight. No markings at all that I saw, I'll have to check to see if it unscrews. It seems somewhat solid compared to what we consider economy ratchets today.
Note that the 'corners' on mine seem somewhat more sharp edged than the others in the links provided.

The push button to change direction has a weak spring when in the reverse side, which causes it to slip that way. Might mess with it and see if I can get it to work better.

bonneyman · Aug 2, 2016

That's a Frankenstein ratchet. The side selector rod reminds one of the neck bolts on the monster.

I have one of these 1/4'ers, and most attribute it to Wright. Don't know for sure.

Here's a shot of the internals:

3baygarage · Aug 2, 2016

Cool, B man. I was not aware the gear came out.

* Please Note, the handle holds the spring and ball in place, they can easily fall out.

d.mcfarland · Aug 2, 2016

bonneyman said:
That's a Frankenstein ratchet. The side selector rod reminds one of the neck bolts on the monster.

I have one of these 1/4'ers, and most attribute it to Wright. Don't know for sure.

Here's a shot of the internals:

Correct as far as I know also, so I second this.

bonneyman · Aug 3, 2016

3baygarage said:
Cool, B man. I was not aware the gear came out.

* Please Note, the handle holds the spring and ball in place, they can easily fall out.

Glad I could help.

After removing the handle and ball/spring, you then pry the press-fit collar off the front knuckle. Remove the gear/knuckle out of the back. Then slide the selector rod out. Done.

Larryjones · Aug 4, 2016

I had or still have one someplace. It came in a cheapie set, early 70's. I think it was Japanese, and was frusterating to use, always slipping out of selected drive.

Know Wosad · Aug 4, 2016

My Wright is like it but no joint. Its marked V-20 or V-70 ? and dated 1959 (just 59 stamped)

Alchymist · Aug 4, 2016

Looks like same design as my Berylco.......

bonneyman · Aug 5, 2016

Alchymist said:
Looks like same design as my Berylco.......

Hmmm, the plot thickens!

3baygarage · Aug 5, 2016

Larryjones said:
I had or still have one someplace. It came in a cheapie set, early 70's. I think it was Japanese, and was frusterating to use, always slipping out of selected drive.

This is what I believe as well. I don't think Wright made these, although some guys associate them with similar ratchets made by Wright.

Here is a cheap OXWALL set on Ebay with one of these:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Oxwall-Socket-Set-3901-original-Box-Collectable-mechanics-Kit-USA-/182162893375?hash=item2a69c12a3f:g

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