Vintage Craftsman ratchets

[softailgarage]

I know there are two vintage Craftsman Ratchets out there that are worth $$$, one being this one...


And the other is a flex head, no pic available. Does anyone have any info on either one? What is the value of the one pictured above? I have the chance of buying the pictured one for $75.00 and believe it or not the other for $55.00. Please, need some advise.

 

[woody 73]

Hi, thank you for your information in the other post about picking the best pipe material for your compressor!

If I am understanding all the talk on the GJ yes indeed that little craftsman ratchet are getting top mega dollars on E-bay, I seem to recall that the one you pictured even go for more then $75.00 dollars.

Hope that helps you out.

 

[woody 73]

Maybe this old post will help you out:

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=14245

 

[woody 73]

Another post and price:

http://www.homerweb.com/vintage/Rar...--Flying-V-Series--RAREBLUE_161080393040.html

Crazy prices...

 

[Flatland Dave]

I quit bidding at $85 last year at an auction on a spinner like that.

 

[jakemac]

That ratchet was made between 1959-1963 and then disappeared. It was only offered in 3/8" drive.

eBay prices range between $50-$150. (don't ask me how I know, I'm so ashamed)

 

[softailgarage]

That ratchet was made between 1959-1963 and then disappeared. It was only offered in 3/8" drive.

eBay prices range between $50-$150. (don't ask me how I know, I'm so ashamed)

Bet I can guess. Thanks guys, didn't know if 75.00 was tops or not.

 

[chrisa7164]

$75 is about average...I have been after one for awhile now. My question is why did they stop making that one and the 1/2 long handled ratchet?

 

[jakemac]

Best guess - not enough homeowners buying them.