WWII MECHANICS TOOLS

joel gopan · Post by **joel gopan** » Fri Dec 09, 2005 11:45 pm

Were very primative when compared to the nicely machined Snap-On wrenches of today. Open End wrenches were the norm, with very few sockets at the Unit Level. There had to have been frustrated mechanics when they could not get the wrench in hard to fit situations. The Support units had a better assortment , including sockets and ratchets. intake and Exhaust manifold nuts were not easy to get at with the open end wrenches that Company Mechanics issued.

armydriver · Post by **armydriver** » Sat Dec 10, 2005 7:16 am

I have an assortment of old mechanics tools. Some are difficult to use , even in the easy to get to spots. They do make great display items though. No shiney chrome plated tools in the bunch. I have a pair of pliars and two screw drivers made by Colt Patent Firearms Company. Also some open end wrenches made by Ford. I haven't seen any tools with GMC markings.