Plomb tool picture thread - show your stuff!

[bmwrd0]

Can't see too clearly, but no R is older.

 

[ssdave]

That exact wrench rides in the junk storage on the console of my pickup. Use it a lot to take the canopy clamps off; or to tighten them. They vibrate loose periodically.

The newer proto version, that isn't quite as much offset is one of my favorite wrenches. I think there's only 3 or 4 of them; i wish there was a whole range of sizes. I have all of them that are available. Very handy for putting in your pocket, they are smooth and small and give you two chances at the bolt size you guessed at.

 

[Smokeshow69]

Can't see too clearly, but no R is older.

If I put a $25 price tag on it I am sure you would have no problem spotting it from a mile away [emoji23]


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[d42jeep]

I added my recent Plomb chisel and punches to my others and figured it would be a good photo op.
-Don

 

[DonkDonk]

Yesterday I was looking through my Plomb stuff for WF pieces and I found this and didn’t even realize I had one of the A Plomb tools. Pretty cool

 

[RagTopTA]

Yesterday I was looking through my Plomb stuff for WF pieces and I found this and didn’t even realize I had one of the A Plomb tools. Pretty cool

that is cool! I dont have any...YET....

 

[r_olson_06]

Yesterday I was looking through my Plomb stuff for WF pieces and I found this and didn’t even realize I had one of the A Plomb tools. Pretty cool

Is that a Ford brake wrench?

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[DonkDonk]

Is that a Ford brake wrench?

Looks like it is.

 

[RubiconJK]

Yesterday I was looking through my Plomb stuff for WF pieces and I found this and didn’t even realize I had one of the A Plomb tools. Pretty cool

DonkDonk I'm not sure if my PM reply got to you or not. I did receive your message and would be interested in the WF pieces you found if you'd like to trade or sell.

 

[DonkDonk]

Here are some of my double marked tools. I’m not sure why, but I always liked these that are marked Plomb/proto. The 3/4” ratchet is marked Plomb one side, Proto the other. They could obviously use some cleaning though

 

[d42jeep]

Here is my newest Plomb 1/4" drive set destined for my wartime Navy toolbox. It came with some wartime Plomb tools that will be heading to Colorado and I filled it from a set I had on hand. I'm still missing the 3/16" socket but I made do with a 7/32" as a temporary stand in. The missing socket is a 4706 in case anyone has an extra.
-Don

 

[notlob]

Wow that's really nice! I'll check to see if I have a Plomb 4706 for ya.

 

[HandsomeDan]

I missed out on a box full of Plomb stuff at a flea market a few weeks ago. Totally bummed.

 

[d42jeep]

Wow that's really nice! I'll check to see if I have a Plomb 4706 for ya.

Notlob,
Thanks for checking!
-Don

 

[four.cycle]

glad to see it went to a member here.

 

[Private Lugnutz]

Here is my newest Plomb 1/4" drive set destined for my wartime Navy toolbox.

A wonderful sight to behold with those NAF wartime labels, Don!

 

[oldmantaylor]

Here is my newest Plomb 1/4" drive set destined for my wartime Navy toolbox. It came with some wartime Plomb tools that will be heading to Colorado and I filled it from a set I had on hand. I'm still missing the 3/16" socket but I made do with a 7/32" as a temporary stand in. The missing socket is a 4706 in case anyone has an extra.
-Don

That's only the second one I have ever seen. I have one as well. but mine is not in nearly the nice condition as yours.

 

[d42jeep]

That's only the second one I have ever seen. I have one as well. but mine is not in nearly the nice condition as yours.

Now yours is the only other one I've seen. Very impressive! When mine showed up on eBay, pointed out to me by GJ member Tin Medic, I thought it would be a great addition to my Navy NAF tool collection. I was pleasantly surprised by how few other bidders there were. Here is a shot next to my other set.
-Don

 

[Ole Slewfoot]

I was going to , but then I got carried away building something and it was too late.
Interesting the Navy got their own special paint on the box.

 

[Bockscar]

I have three WF ratchets but the one on the left is different....is it just a different year....any info?

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[Private Lugnutz]

I have three WF ratchets but the one on the left is different....is it just a different year....any info?

Several marking variations have been seen across all WF ratchets, including the WF-8. If you mean the hole at the end, it also could've had a crank knob on the end of it. They also sold that variant to Ma Bell and powerline companies.

 

[Bockscar]

Several marking variations have been seen across all WF ratchets, including the WF-8. If you mean the hole at the end, it also could've had a crank knob on the end of it. They also sold that variant to Ma Bell and powerline companies.

The body is also different where the gears are

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[Private Lugnutz]

My guess would be transition period, late - WF-8's have even been seen with same frame but Proto markings on the plate, but I'm out, on phone, and I'd want to consult my notes or TA before saying more than that. Others might chime in.

 

[RubiconJK]

I have three WF ratchets but the one on the left is different....is it just a different year....any info?

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I've seen the same variation with the straight oval vs "figure 8" body in the Plomb 3/8 and 1/2 drive WF ratchets. I'm guessing one is later design than the other?

 

[RagTopTA]

I have a WF21 3/8 ratchet marked WF21 UN and PROTO on the top of the plate. Its a pear head like your oddball but with a speedmaster handle.

 

[d42jeep]

I've seen the same variation with the straight oval vs "figure 8" body in the Plomb 3/8 and 1/2 drive WF ratchets. I'm guessing one is later design than the other?

The tools were being manufactured in 31 factories during the war. It's surprising that there aren't even more variations.
-Don

 

[RagTopTA]

wow thats crazy! Wonder if anyone has a map of the different factories or a listing.

 

[twertsy]

wow thats crazy! Wonder if anyone has a map of the different factories or a listing.

I wish!

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[RagTopTA]

We actually had a Proto Factory here in Wichita Falls for a long time. I know people that worked there. and out at a scrap yard I goto there a lot of their old machinery. wrench presses and such. ill take some pics next time I'm there.

 

[Ole Slewfoot]

A no. 235 showed up. Seems in realy good shape considering how easy such a small pliers could get mangled over so many years.

 

[Private Lugnutz]

That's a really nice find, Slew. I've picked up a few ignition wrenches over the years, but I've never seen the ignition pliers in the wild.

 

[Catfishdan]

I have three WF ratchets but the one on the left is different....is it just a different year....any info?

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I've got one of each also. All the variations make my head spin.

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[four.cycle]

 

[LesserSon]

That’s a cool merchandiser! I wonder if it could be rigged to say, “Exterminate! Exterminate!”?

 

[twertsy]

That’s a cool merchandiser! I wonder if it could be rigged to say, “Exterminate! Exterminate!”?

It is a bit addicting trying to fill it (with correctly marked tools of course) though!!

 

[d42jeep]

It is a bit addicting trying to fill it (with correctly marked tools of course) though!!

The one tool I found today but of course it's not on your missing list.
-Don

 

[LesserSon]

Today’s find. Dual-marked 7/16 combo.

 

[Oldtuleguy]

Proto AND plomb! Nice find

 

[drivesitfar]

Lesser: Proto, Plvmb and PEBBLE sounds like you hit the Tri-Fecta at the track. nice find!!

ALL: is that style common or reeeeeeeeealy rare cause i can't say i've seen one like that before?

 

[LesserSon]

Alloy Artifacts says this name format began early 1948 and persisted only into early 1950, because of violating a court settlement. But then they show a couple combos like this one confidently dated 1948, without any “8” that I can see in the photos. So maybe there’s additional cause to believe it was only made this way in 1948. That would make this variation less numerous than those produced for longer stretches of time.