I might have a (ratchet) problem...

[Hiatt1991]

I had some free time today so I decided to clean and organize my tops boxes. While doing that, I decided to organize my ratchets. I also decided to service and lube my ratchets since a couple of the mechanisms started getting a little sticky. I had no idea how many ratchets I've collected throughout the years. I think I may have a problem collecting these things! Haha

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[Musicinabottle]

Nice!

 

[Bighead38]

If you think you have a problem go take a look at the ratchet collection thread and you’ll feel better.

 

[dadsEH]

If symptoms persist see your medi..................

 

[davethorik]

You do have a problem...looks like most of those are Craftsman raised panels. There is a whole other world out there, so to speak.

 

[Username already in use]

You do have a problem...looks like most of those are Craftsman raised panels. There is a whole other world out there, so to speak.

Agree, but I do see a Cornwell in there, and maybe an Armstrong as well

 

[Hiatt1991]

Agree, but I do see a Cornwell in there, and maybe an Armstrong as well

Correct. 1 Cornwell and 2 Armstrongs.

 

[Hiatt1991]

Agree, but I do see a Cornwell in there, and maybe an Armstrong as well

Most were inherited but I agree.

 

[thehorse13]

If you have a problem then I have a flat line crisis situation. lol

Nice stuff!

 

[creativecars]

The problem is you don't have a ratchet with some leverage, no flex heads, no rotator head. I am surprised you can get anything done. Now you know what to tell your wife when she asks what you want for Christmas. LOL

 

[twertsy]

That's a simple itch......

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[thesilverone]

that's cute

 

[firworks]

Your ratchet problem is that I can see the drawer liner in that ratchet drawer. You should be able to fit 2 or 3x as many in there!

 

[Hiatt1991]

The problem is you don't have a ratchet with some leverage, no flex heads, no rotator head. I am surprised you can get anything done. Now you know what to tell your wife when she asks what you want for Christmas. LOL

That's a good idea. I've never had the need for a flex head but there have been times where a flex head would have made my work quicker.

 

[Hiatt1991]

that's cute

Hahaha. I know it's nothing in comparison to other folks collection. I'm not really a collector. Just surprised to see how many I've dug up!

 

[Jim C.]

A lot of us here do....

These are Sears/Craftsman teardrop ratchets from the late 1950s to the early 1970s.

 

[Hiatt1991]

A lot of us here do....

These are Sears/Craftsman teardrop ratchets from the late 1950s to the early 1970s.

Awesome collection! I really like that era of craftsman ratchets because I remember seeing my dad use them quite a bit when I was a kid.

 

[Jim C.]

Awesome collection! I really like that era of craftsman ratchets because I remember seeing my dad use them quite a bit when I was a kid.

Thanks. Here’s another drawer..... these date between the early/mid 1970s to about 1993.

 

[Hiatt1991]

Thanks. Here’s another drawer..... these date between the early/mid 1970s to about 1993.

Awesome! Well after exploring this forum I definitely feel a lot better about my ratchet hoard!

 

[PelicanPines]

If the problem persists for over four hours... get more tool storage...

My opinion... you have nothing to worry about till you have 6 times that many ratchets... then you need to say...

WHAT HAVE I DONE ?!?!?!?

 

[Hiatt1991]

If the problem persists for over four hours... get more tool storage...

My opinion... you have nothing to worry about till you have 6 times that many ratchets... then you need to say...

WHAT HAVE I DONE ?!?!?!?

I guess I could use a few more grey and red Craftsman boxes? Haha

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[Jim C.]

Great collection of boxes.... Nice!

 

[PelicanPines]

Nice starter set of towers... think you need 12 towers before you break a record here...

Search wall of craftsman...

I love my three towers... newer generation than yours tho... red with dark grey drawers...

All total... I have something like 72 drawers...

 

[DadsTools]

I had some free time today so I decided to clean and organize my tops boxes. While doing that, I decided to organize my ratchets. I also decided to service and lube my ratchets since a couple of the mechanisms started getting a little sticky. I had no idea how many ratchets I've collected throughout the years. I think I may have a problem collecting these things! Haha

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I think you do have a problem....you don't have enough of them.

 

[Empty Pockets]

Your problem is that you don't have enough ratchets. I was in Kansas City earlier this month, wnt to HJE and adopted a new SK model 80200, 3/8 drive 90 tooth ratchet, for no other reason than I wanted it. Nice tool.

 

[Hiatt1991]

Nice starter set of towers... think you need 12 towers before you break a record here...

Search wall of craftsman...

I love my three towers... newer generation than yours tho... red with dark grey drawers...

All total... I have something like 72 drawers...

Good god! 12 towers? That would be awesome if I had room!

 

[Hiatt1991]

Your problem is that you don't have enough ratchets. I was in Kansas City earlier this month, wnt to HJE and adopted a new SK model 80200, 3/8 drive 90 tooth ratchet, for no other reason than I wanted it. Nice tool.

I've been interested in that very ratchet.

 

[Farleyfan]

Would the phrase "your preachin to the choir" be fitting ? haha

Also Hiatt1991 im havin red n grey craftsman envy !

 

[Hiatt1991]

Would the phrase "your preachin to the choir" be fitting ? haha

Also Hiatt1991 im havin red n grey craftsman envy !

Haha. Fitting indeed!

Thanks, I keep finding them for not too much money. Beats all the new junk craftsman is putting out currently and for a lot less money.

 

[Farleyfan]

My collection so far is only the Top 6 drawer box and
the carry 3 drawer, but im always looking for more.