US Patent: 213,916
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| Ratchet-Wrench
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Patentee:
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| Samuel Webb Martin (exact or similar names) - Springfield, OH |
| Manufacturer: |
| Not known to have been produced |
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Patent Dates:
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| Applied: |
Oct. 26, 1878 |
| Granted: |
Apr. 01, 1879 |
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Patent Pictures:
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Samuel W. Martin patent April 1, 1879 |
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Stan Schulz
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Description: |
| The major feature of the patent is the detachable handle, to allow operation in corners or other locations with limited access. A secondary feature is the side screw which can be tightened against the ratchet pawl to "lock" the head.
P.P. Mast (later Mast, Foos & Co.) evolved into a substantial farm equipment manufacturer. |
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