special name/feature other than ratchet)3) Does the tool have a nickname from the professional/DIY community?4) How much did each ratchet size cost when it came out?5) Did a particular ratchet set have all sizes known today? (1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4” )6) Where there variants vs. Raised Panel)Circle U RatchetsBM / Circle K RatchetsBE & Circle H Ratchets (Multiple varieties)BT RatchetCraftsman Vanadium RatchetsC-XX Ratchets Introductory questions that I sought knowledge on, regarding Craftsman Ratchets:1) When was X ratchet 1st introduced & discontinued, if applicable?2) What was the ratchet called by Sears? (i.e. Raised Panel)1/2” Breaker Bar Ratchet AdapterBoxhead Ratchet Wrenches (1st Gen. Raised Panel Hybrid)Long Lever & Butterfly Ratchets (2nd Gen. Raised Panel)Intermediate Ratchets (2nd & 3rd Gen. Raised Panel)Stainless Steel / Lifetime RatchetsWrist RatchetRound Head Fine Tooth (RHFT) RatchetsQuick Release Ratchets (3rd Gen.
Product numbers for each ratchet:1/2” = 448123/8” = 448131/4” = 448143/8" Extended Length = 448333/8" Flex Stubby = 448343/8" 22 Degree Offset = 448353/8" Flex Ergonomic Grip = 44836Repair kit numbers for each ratchet:1/2” = 434443/8” = 434341/4” = 43424If you are interested in exploring the US Patents affiliated with this specific ratchet series please explore the following:61349915178047Appearance of USA Craftsman ratchets from end to beginning:Premium Grade Ratchets Thumb Wheel RatchetsWrench Socket SeriesThe Next Generation Thin Profile RatchetsTear Drop Professional Full Polish RatchetsRound Head RatchetsTear Drop Ratchets (4th Gen. I have spent my own money on making these videos and all the tools you see in them.Welcome to the Craftsman USA Ratchet History Project!The fundamental design and patent for these ratchets was done by Easco as they were being acquired by the Danaher Corporation.This video features the USA made Craftsman “Professional” Full Polish Tear Drop Ratchets, which were offered through Sears stores, physical Sears flyers, digital Sears Catalogs, and the website from 1995 through 2011.All derivatives of this specific ratchet series sport a 36 tooth gear with a 3 tooth engagement per side pawl.These were also made in tandem with the USA and after the final USA production in 2011 in Taiwan. I do not work for or sponsered by Snap-on or any other tool company. Thank you for watching! As always leave a like, comment and subscribe!! Everything helps. Every Donation helps the channel get better! Click the link below and start supporting!! Thank you! Please Consider leaving a donation if you like the videos.
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