Need Help ID'ing an "Auto" Wrench

[TJx]

This was my late father's who was born in 1929. I was just curious what manufacturer and date range this is. There also is a 9" version.
Thanks

 

[930dreamer]

Vlchek Tool "V" in a shield; note the small inner "T".

Also here;

http://home.comcast.net/~alloy-artifacts/vlchek-story.html