Flex head, thumbwheel, quick release ratchet?

[ching0n]

Looking for all those 3 in a ratchet. I've only found blackhawk to have two of those features and facom/proto, but I don't think they have quick release. There seems to be a vintage proto that has all 3 but can't seem to find a direct replacement.

Also, thumbwheel must be at the back

Any ideas?

What about non flex heads?

 

[tweedlestan]

Craftsman RHFT is the ratchet you seek.

 

[ching0n]

Craftsman RHFT is the ratchet you seek.

I've had a 1/2" in the past and found it rather crude, plus wasn't a fan of the thumbwheel at the front for some reason. I had a 3/8" from them that had the wheel in the rear and loved it.

Just got one of the proto/blackhawk 1/4" and it's fine (although a bit rough operation & no quick release).

Seems like vintage husky has what I need?

 

[gdocktor3]

Easco may make one.

 

[mikebaker1129]

Yes,older style Husky, made by Stanley.
Stanley may also make one under their own banner or the Stanley / Challenger brand, like the unit in your picture.
The quick release, limits your options.

 

[four.cycle]

there was a Proto 5257A like that one in your photo listed on Ebay about a week ago. no idea if it's still available.
if Proto made one, it's possible you may be able to find a "Challenger" on Ebay.

 

[Wamsutta]

I should caution you on that Proto. I had a 3/8 Proto non-flex with the same head. The quick release button is real small with a very stiff spring. Unless you got real tough thumb, it'll hurt like hell. Nice ratchet but I don't know what they were thinking when they designed that button...