Proto Tools Picture Thread - Post Yours!

[JohnDeere]

I hope I got what was pictured…
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2953658108...q0qyjxws8i&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

 

[Oldtuleguy]

Nice. 15$ smoking deal

 

[Smokeshow69]

I hope I got what was pictured…
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2953658108...q0qyjxws8i&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Dang, you ****! I only have one dual mark adjustable.

 

[JohnDeere]

If I don’t keep it, it might end up as a bartering token.

 

[3baygarage]

Good grab there.

Found an interesting 12 point 1/2” ratcheting wrench yesterday. 5449-12, based off the standard 1/2” drive 5449 ratchet body.

 

[JohnDeere]

What size is the 12 point?

 

[3baygarage]

1/2

 

[d42jeep]

If I don’t keep it, it might end up as a bartering token.

I wouldn’t mind having that dual marked adjustable. I might have some excess Proto to trade.
-Don

 

[Etchase]

You’re welcome. I tried to capture all of the date codes. Happy to contribute to the collective knowledge. I was surprised by how few slotted screws there were. I imagine that reducing manufacturing costs was a large factor in the change.
-Don

Your 1956 Los Angeles unreinforced adjustable wrench had the assembly screw, and no through hole. In this video around the 6:30 mark there is a patent pending click-stop with the through hole for a pressed in assembly method., along with the reinforced hanging hole. The click-stop patent was pending between 1957 and 1959. I’ve asked the YouTuber for the date code on the wrench, but haven’t heard back. I obviously watch way too many tool videos.

 

[d42jeep]

Here are my most recent Proto finds. They were found at an Oakland estate sale on Friday. I cleaned up the 13/16” combo and used it to replace a funky Thorsen in my user box.
-Don

 

[JohnDeere]

Thanks to Don my 1/4 set has a home.



I also have a “set” of Proto screw drivers with the exception of a stubby flat head.

 

[JohnDeere]

1/2 drive ratchets in Small, Medium and Large.

J6008RK to make a 3/8 ratchet have s 1/2 anvil.

 

[d42jeep]

Here are my Proto LA estate sale finds from yesterday. A 3/8” ratchet and a brake tool. They are available for trade.
-Don

 

[JohnDeere]

I made a proto punch holder.

 

[genog]

Neighborhood Garage Sale was a good one.
I resisted most of the stuff (good deals ) that I really don't need nor have room for

But......
I did find a few Proto double open end wrenches
The top one can be posted in the Plomb thread since it's double marked

 

[genog]

Here are my most recent Proto finds...... I cleaned up the 13/16” combo and used it to replace a funky Thorsen in my user box.
-Don

I also have a Thorsen 13/16 combo as a placeholder in a Proto set
For some reason finding 13/16'ers that are matches in several sets that I am trying to complete, has been difficult

 

[genog]

I saw Gollom at the Flea Market today raking through a big box full of wrenches
He had a big pile going...

I waltzed over to see what he was buying
He didn't like me peeking so he covered up his stash

Mine!
Mine!
All Mine!




I stood off so that I wouldn't get bit....
While he was haggling with the seller over the price of that big pile of wrenches (mostly shiny newer ones), I noticed that he left this one


So, I bought it

 

[Smokeshow69]

I am in the process of cleaning up tools from the big April swap meet. I’m been super busy and my collection isn’t top priority unfortunately . I found these 2 nos mfd era 5449 ratchets at the scrapper booth. They have never been used. This is the inside when I opened them up. All I had to do was lubricate and wipe them down. I wish all my tools I found were that nice

 

[JohnDeere]

I grabbed some UL listed proto screwdrivers today.

I also grabbed this empty box for a hex bit set.

And last but not least a 16” LA adjustable wrenches. It appeared that the stationary jaw was welded back on. But it had shown no signs of ever being broken. I guess someone wanted it to be stronger. I would think the moving jaw would break before the stationary jaw anyway.






I ground down the weld some.

 

[BlackVersa2]

Proto Los Angeles 1368 rubber hammer

 

[FrankLee]

Found this at an estate sale today. It's a TRI-TAP-TOOL with the Proto style grip.
I thought it was rather unusual that it was not branded Proto.

I can part with it.

 

[JohnDeere]

Here is a 5/64 hex screwdriver. From what I gather these are a bit rare. Anyone know a use for 5/64?

 

[JohnDeere]

I don’t have a problem, I can stop anytime. All are proto/plombpire brands.

 

[genog]

I can't stop buying tools that I don't need...

 

[d42jeep]

I also have a Thorsen 13/16 combo as a placeholder in a Proto set
For some reason finding 13/16'ers that are matches in several sets that I am trying to complete, has been difficult

Here is a user grade Proto 13/16” spare that you would be welcome to if you want to replace your Thorsen.
-Don

 

[genog]

That's very kind of you to offer

 

[RTM]

Here are a few recent acquisitions from recent GS and ES purchases.

Proto 9752 Professional USA full sized handle stubby screwdriver 3/8" tip, like new, Screw starter 9855 9-1/2", twist to lock & magnetic other end, Stubby 9651 with 1/4" tip, 3" OAL, and a 4769 Spinner extension, gonna need chemicals to remove the taped on socket.




One of these days I will get the rest of the family in order and take a picture.

 

[JohnDeere]

Would you miss the plastic handle stubby?

 

[JohnDeere]

Here is a crazy before and after. I got this from @S-K Tool Fanatic! and neither of us knew what it was. I think it was someones paint stir stick.

 

[d42jeep]

Found some Proto tools yesterday.
-Don

 

[Mintgrun]

I found a couple large tools this week and thought it'd be fun to share a photo with their smaller siblings.

 

[genog]

Found a Pebble Proto line wrench
Los Angeles

Cool tool

 

[d42jeep]

They had kind of a long run, being offered until ‘62. I don’t hang onto many Proto tools but I can’t resist those in either Proto or Plomb.
-Don

 

[Oldtuleguy]

Here are some proto la and plomb examples I have

 

[Oldtuleguy]

Here's a few more plombs. I don't use these much anymore. Rarely need a 1 1/8 flare nut wrench!

 

[genog]

Found a nice Proto LA DBE
I should have bought the 15/16 combo wrench, also Proto LA

 

[Garage.Girl]

Kind of a silly post but I'm sure y'all might get a kick out of it, I recently sat down to watch the movie "It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World" (which I highly recommend if you haven't seen it before: between cars, service stations, phenomenal comedians and more its pretty entertaining) however there is one scene I really got a kick out of, two of the characters find themselves in a hardware store (quite a nice one really) ... and whats that in the very back of the scene? A full wall of Proto flying lady tool boards fully stocked!

 

[Smokeshow69]

Kind of a silly post but I'm sure y'all might get a kick out of it, I recently sat down to watch the movie "It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World" (which I highly recommend if you haven't seen it before: between cars, service stations, phenomenal comedians and more its pretty entertaining) however there is one scene I really got a kick out of, two of the characters find themselves in a hardware store (quite a nice one really) ... and whats that in the very back of the scene? A full wall of Proto flying lady tool boards fully stocked!

One day when my garage grows up it wants to look like that!

 

[bmwrd0]

I find myself using nut drivers more and more these days, and I do like having complete sets of things, so I have switched from my vintage wall mount of Xcelite nut drivers to these:

A set that goes from 3/16" to 5/8", although I am not sure were my 11/32" is right now. Probably on the bench out in the garage.

 

[Mintgrun]

I am not sure were my 11/32" is right now.

Funny, that's the only size I have.