Here's one to add to your Snap on collection

[trekgod3]

May be a little big for the toolbox:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/332187325287

 

[gdocktor3]

Arms must feel good after swinging that ***** around.

 

[Stevenn1]

used "Snap-On L-78 model ratchet. This ratchet is in working order. The drive measures a inch and a half (1-1/2") and ratchets both directions. The handle is the original measures 36" long, overall length is 42" and weighs 50 lbs. In my research have only seen 2 of these ratchets on the internet, one just the head and other had handle replaced. This ratchet is the only one I've seen with original head and handle. It is said to be worth at least $900 but $700 is more realistic to complete a snap-on collection."


Seller needs to show pic of where 'Snap-on' is stamped on tool.

 

[trekgod3]

used "Snap-On L-78 model ratchet. This ratchet is in working order. The drive measures a inch and a half (1-1/2") and ratchets both directions. The handle is the original measures 36" long, overall length is 42" and weighs 50 lbs. In my research have only seen 2 of these ratchets on the internet, one just the head and other had handle replaced. This ratchet is the only one I've seen with original head and handle. It is said to be worth at least $900 but $700 is more realistic to complete a snap-on collection."


Seller needs to show pic of where 'Snap-on' is stamped on tool.

I just submitted that question to him

 

[SignalZero]

Looks like it should say Snap On under the selctor. Maybe he'll provide a pic.

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=67651

 

[WittHay]

Here is a link to a logging company's website that mentions the L78 Ratchet
http://www.vannattabros.com/shop36.html

In 1990 the complete ratchet and handle cost $755.00 can

 

[2manytools]

I wonder what he eats on shipping this beast

 

[WittHay]

The complete ratchet was called a L78.
The ratchet head in 1990 was called a L78Y and listed for $635.05
The handle was a L55-1 and listed for $119.70
The sliding t-head was a L55-2 and listed for $133.50

 

[trekgod3]

I just submitted that question to him

I asked for a pic that shows the "snap on" stamping , his response was "thanks for inquiring about the ratchet"

 

[Tuc04]

He did add a picture to the listing showing the stamped logo on the back side. It also appears that the selector switch is missing.

I asked for a pic that shows the "snap on" stamping , his response was "thanks for inquiring about the ratchet"

 

[3baygarage]

He did add a picture to the listing showing the stamped logo on the back side. It also appears that the selector switch is missing.

Serious price reduction time. That is not what most would consider good working order.

 

[snapmom]

The 78 would be older. The 73 and the 78 are the same except for the wheel of the 73 is 1"

 

[trekgod3]

Serious price reduction time. That is not what most would consider good working order.

Exactly. Probably why he didn't have that pic in the auction originally

 

[Richard Cranium]

You think you would still need a cheater on it? lol

 

[Tuc04]

He must be reading this thread. The description was updated to mention the missing selector and the price dropped $20 whole dollars.

 

[RedneckWelder]

You think you would still need a cheater on it? lol

I've had to add cheater pipes to inch drive ratchets of that length to break loose axle bolts on skidders (no room for an impact)

If I had any 1.5" drive sockets I'd like that ratchet