Plomb, Cornwell Offset Box wrenches, USA: Maybe Vintage?

[danstead]

Plvmb, Cornwell Offset Box wrenches, USA: Maybe Vintage?

Been wanting to but together a standard set of Offset Box Wrenches and thought I'd hit the flee market over the weekend.

Picked up 2 Cornwell BW series, 1 Mac BHL and 1 Plvmb 8185. I notice the Mac and the 2 Cornwells look almost identical, coincidence??

Were the Cornwells manufactured in Ohio? I hope these hold up OK for the back yard Mechanic.

Not sure if these would be considered Vintage but wanted to give the older USA tools a try, Paid $9.00 for the lot.

Thanks,

 

[Smokeshow69]

Yeah, I would say you did pretty well at that price I have the whole plvmb set except for the plvmb wrench you have pictured and love them! They feel great in your hand and I find myself reaching for them more than a standard combo or offset wrench. I can't speak to the cornwell stuff but it is probably safe to assume it is quality but not on the same level as the plvmb Can't see a date stamp on the plvmb but looks to be from mid to late 40's.

 

[danstead]

Thanks Smokes,
How many wrenches are in your Plvmb set?
I'm not sure if they were chrome plated originally or what type of finish they had.

Cheers,