Mystery Sockets

[DevanA]

I recently acquired a 1/2" drive deep socket set and found these sockets in it along with some old Snap-Ons. Some quick internet searches turned up no information at all; I was wondering if anyone on here could identify them. They appear to be well made but there are no c.o.o stamps anywhere.

 

[signcrafter]

I have no clue but would the S.R. stand for sears roebuck?

 

[holland_patrick]

Sears and robuck?

 

[DevanA]

Very possible, but I find it very odd that they have nothing else stamped on them.

 

[930dreamer]

I had/have a couple SR sockets, I posted about them and don't remember the response.
Here's the thread;
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=131948&highlight=sockets

 

[DevanA]

The world may never know.

 

[Charles (in GA)]

Yes, they are Sears and Roebuck branded sockets. Was the cheap line, like Dunlap, Companion, etc, in later years.

Charles

 

[DevanA]

Thanks Charles the mystery has been solved. I wonder how old they are

 

[KnurledNut]

It may just be coincidence, but i see similarities in the markings Plomb used.
How does the forging inside the socket compare?

I have seen these sockets as well and never new their origin.

 

[DevanA]

I dont have them here at the moment but I'll sure take some pictures tomorrow.