US Patent: 1,440,272
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Back Connecting Rod Wrench For Ford Machines
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Patentee:
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Delbert F. Bratton (exact or similar names) - Johnsonville, IL |
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Patent Dates:
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Applied: |
Apr. 11, 1921 |
Granted: |
Dec. 26, 1922 |
Patent Pictures:
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Delbert F. Bratton Pat. Dec. 26, 1922 |
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Stan Schulz
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Description: |
The curved handle and the 9/16" square opening in the ratchet head are designed to accomodate working conditions inside the Model T Ford engine.
According to a local newspaper story in 2001, the wrench was sold with an extension bar and additional sockets. That story also described a "factory" operated at Rinard, IL. and marking variations indicating production before and after the patent was granted. |
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