WTB Williams B-52

[Paladin]

I cannot find a B-52 anywhere! Anyone want to sell a good condition, unengraved Williams B-52?

 

[davestlouis]

I have 3 of them, but my nicer ones are newer B52A's, same style, but the gears are held in the head differently.

 

[Speed-Racer]

I would be very interested in a comparison between the Williams ratchets can you elaborate on the differences between the B-52 and B-52A? The older design on the 1/2 drive seems better, curious about the newer 3/8 version with fewer teeth.

 

[Rickster]

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=109721

 

[Paladin]

I just picked up a Williams B52 yesterday! 3/8 drive and in great condition. I'll get you a pic when I get home. Also got a Thorsen 3/8, Cornwell 1/4 and a Snapon 1/4, all from an estate sale.

Cool! So are you going to part with it or are you just rubbing it in?

 

[Rickster]

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=109721

 

[Paladin]

PM sent on the B-52!

 

[davestlouis]

B52 and B52A are very similar, the main difference is the size of the opening around the tang...the '52 has a small hole, the '52A has a larger hole with a plate around it. I'll take a pic and show ya shortly.

Rick, interested in any trades for those other items?

 

[davestlouis]

The '52A also has a more highly polished finish and finer textured knurling on the handle.

 

[davestlouis]

Trying to coax better pics out of my cheap camera, the throat on the '52A is wider too

 

[wrenchr]

Maybe if I put my glasses on I can see!! lol

 

[davestlouis]

I have dropped and broken several very nice cameras, my wife got me a little cheap one called a Bean, it's designed for little kids, but it is nearly unbreakable.

 

[Paladin]

Bumped to remind Rickster he has a PM!

 

[davestlouis]

If Rickster doesn't want to sell, I would part with one of mine, one's grubby but works well, one is pretty nice but not perfect, the B52A is awfully close to like-new.

 

[Paladin]

Thanks Dave, I'm sure he'll get with me but I'll keep your ratchets in mind!

 

[davestlouis]

I hope I wasn't intruding in your deal, just wanted to throw a Plan-B in there if the need arises.

 

[Paladin]

Rickster- I got the ratchet today and it's beautiful! For any of you thinking of buying from Rickster, don't hessitate! He ships fast and it will be well packaged! Thanks much Rick!