Vintage 1930s VLCHEK W-1416 Open End Wrench 7/16

Description: Vlchek Tool CompanyCleveland, Ohio W-1416 Open End Wrench7/16 - 1/2"Production Code Stamping....29 for one, 38 on the second one(this one has a bit more tarnish/rust on head) **In the early 1930s Vlchek introduced a W-series line of double-ended wrenches as an alternative to its industry-standard open-end wrenches. Catalog A-2 of 1934 referred to these as "The New Vlchek Double End Wrench", so we can reasonably assume that they were first offered around this time. The catalog further described the wrenches as having narrow streamlined jaws, and noted a "Cadalyte" finish with buffed heads.Length: 5-7/16" Weight: 2.2 oz.Finish/Plating: Partially present, worn downOverall condition is Very Good Plus 2 available in this BIN...Identical except for code stampings BIN price shown is for 1 tool Tool has been lightly cleaned. The expected minor defects due to age/use including scratches, dings, blemish's and tarnish/rust are present From Alloy Artifacts site: The Vlchek Tool Company (pronounced "Vel-check") started as a small blacksmith shop and grew to become the largest maker of automobile tool kits. Founded by a Czech immigrant, the company built a reputation for high-quality tools as well as efficient production. Vlchek Tool began in 1895 as a small blacksmith shop founded by Frank J. Vlchek, a Czech immigrant who had settled in Cleveland, Ohio. For the first few years his business operated as a typical blacksmith shop of the time — making and repairing metal items, sharpening tools, and even shoeing horses. But Vlchek was constantly pushing himself to improve his skills and learn new techniques, and this lead to the purchase of a power hammer and then a drop forge. Both tools were powered by an old gasoline engine he had purchased inexpensively and then rebuilt by hand.Acquisition by Pendleton Tool In 1959 Vlchek Tool was acquired by Pendleton Tool Industries, the parent company of Proto Tools, P&C, Penens Corporation, and other tool manufacturers. (The acquisition date comes from a newpaper notice, noted in our article on Proto.) Under Pendleton the Vlchek brand remained in production, with the Vlchek factory continuing production of tools for the Vlchek brand, as well as contract production for Fleet Tools and possibly other Proto brands. In addition, other manufacturers in the Pendleton group contributed tools branded as Vlchek. Acquisition by Ingersol-Rand In 1964 Pendleton Tool Industries was acquired by Ingersoll-Rand, an industrial conglomerate. Under Ingersoll the Vlchek factory in Cleveland was finally closed in 1969, but it's not known whether the Vlchek brand continued in use after this.Very Good Plus Vintage tool and fully usable of course ***Always willing to take offers on the vintage tool listings, especially if you want more than one item. Just ask*** Flat rate standard shipping to all US addresses is $5.50Expedited or International at additional cost Combined shipping always available on my listings ***USPS rates went up effective 15th July....Trying to hold shipping cost to a fair/reasonable fee. Please keep in mind, ebay takes nearly 15% on sales, INCLUDING the shipping cost. So even tho there is typically a discount on price, If I flat rate at $6.00, ebay takes their cut and USPS comes out to $5.00 plus now, I still lost money on shipping with that and cost of supplies.... Not complaining, just putting facts out there. This is why I do flat rate on the tools usually, average it all out, but adjustments are made due to this. Sold as is/described, No Returns on this item

Price: 12.99 USD

Location: Detroit, Michigan

End Time: 2025-01-11T02:58:38.000Z

Shipping Cost: 5.5 USD