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- Socket Wrench, 1967-1979 - The socket wrench is named for the closed socket -- versus open ends -- that grips and tightens or loosens the fastener. Most socket wrenches feature a ratchet mechanism that lets the user move the handle back and forth while only twisting the fastener in one direction. Socket wrenches are typically used with interchangeable sockets that fit differently sized fasteners.
- 1967-1979
- Collections - Artifact
Socket Wrench, 1967-1979
The socket wrench is named for the closed socket -- versus open ends -- that grips and tightens or loosens the fastener. Most socket wrenches feature a ratchet mechanism that lets the user move the handle back and forth while only twisting the fastener in one direction. Socket wrenches are typically used with interchangeable sockets that fit differently sized fasteners.
- Packard Tool Kit, circa 1928 - In the late 1920s, Packard Motor Car Company provided accessory tool kits, like this one, with its automobiles. Car buyers at the time were not concerned that the tools suggested an unreliable vehicle. Rather, they appreciated the kits as one of the special touches that set high-end Packard cars apart from those of other companies.
- circa 1928
- Collections - Artifact
Packard Tool Kit, circa 1928
In the late 1920s, Packard Motor Car Company provided accessory tool kits, like this one, with its automobiles. Car buyers at the time were not concerned that the tools suggested an unreliable vehicle. Rather, they appreciated the kits as one of the special touches that set high-end Packard cars apart from those of other companies.
- Socket Set Used by B.B. Korn, circa 1940 - Tether cars, gas-powered model race cars, were popular in the 1930s and 1940s. Barney Korn was among the most skilled builders. While his models weren't particularly fast, they were exceptionally detailed. Korn even built model cars, boats, and airplanes for Hollywood movies. He used these tools while working on some of his tether cars.
- circa 1940
- Collections - Artifact
Socket Set Used by B.B. Korn, circa 1940
Tether cars, gas-powered model race cars, were popular in the 1930s and 1940s. Barney Korn was among the most skilled builders. While his models weren't particularly fast, they were exceptionally detailed. Korn even built model cars, boats, and airplanes for Hollywood movies. He used these tools while working on some of his tether cars.