What brand was this socket box for?

[ForrestT]

Any idea what the brand was that originally came in this box? Paint is original. No label or markings or stickers? Would love to know. It’s for a 3/8 set. Thanks.

 

[MadMark]

Maybe Armstrong?

 

[ForrestT]

Metal is thicker than normal and quality is very good. Definitely not a cheap import of the day.


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[Miss the Pontiacs]

SK Wayne
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[Fedwrench]

I don't think it's SK because, there's no holes or evidence of the classic tag inside the box's lid.

I would guess, and it's purely a guess, old Craftsman or Ward's power kraft but, definitely back when the boxes were better.

 

[Ugly Truck Nut]

I remember my uncle had a little Action 1/4" drive set in a similar blue box. Had kind of a crinkle finish with the paint.

 

[ForrestT]

Definitely not SK. No latch or holes for tag. Not crinkle paint. Fed, great call with wards powerkraft. No evidence of a label being pealed so probably not craftsman.


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[DSkor]

Armstrong socket/ratchet kit boxes were a black textured finish IIRC. Many also had several holes on top for an accessory, swivel handle that was packed with the set. Metal was about 18 gauge of the those I have had.

 

[mikebaker1129]

Armstrong socket/ratchet kit boxes were a black textured finish IIRC. Many also had several holes on top for an accessory, swivel handle that was packed with the set. Metal was about 18 gauge of the those I have had.

True,but older pre Danaher Armstrong was a blue hammered metal finish.

 

[MannaMo]

Armstrong was the first brand that popped into my mind when I saw your pic.

Somewhat similar to this one I have, only I didn't notice the holes for the handle on yours. Maybe older style? Unsure.

 

[Keep]

I have an Indestro box with the same finish. They only used stickers on the boxes.

 

[Al Borland]

Was thinking Wizard or one of the Indestro clan.