Vintage Craftsman Butterfly " Flying V " Ratchet Set - 1/2 ", 3/8 ", & 1/4 " [New]
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:419615 | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
| Brand: Craftsman |
Welcome to the Craftsman USA Ratchet History Project eBay page!
If you are looking for a Vintage Craftsman Butterfly "Flying V" Ratchet Set, you've come to the right place!
Here is what you get:
- Each ratchet has its original oil port- Each ratchet is free of "owners" marks- Each ratchet functions like it was brand new- Cosmetic condition of each ratchet is NEW
- Cosmetic condition of each ratchet's selector is NEW
- All three (3x) standard sizes for this vintag...e are included: 1/2", 3/8", & 1/4"- Each ratchet has been individually disassembled, cleaned, inspected, & lubricated
Officially, they were designated internally within Sears as the "Butterfly" ratchets and were offered through the physical Sears Catalog from 1959 through 1966. Among enthusiasts, they are commonly called the "Flying V" ratchets, as their selector design was very much in alignment with the "V" flair found on everything from cars to guitars.
These ratchets sport a variable drive system based on the size of the ratchet, which was common for the era. The 1/2" Butterfly ratchet sports a 32 tooth gear with 2 tooth engagement per side pawl. The 3/8" & 1/4" Butterfly ratchets both sport a 24 tooth gear with a 2 tooth engagement per side pawl. While these ratchets did have an inventory number within the Sears Catalog, it was not imprinted on them. Sears often reused the same inventory number for corresponding size ratchets regardless of their pedigree during this time.
It is often difficult to find ratchets within this family that function appropriately, are in good cosmetic condition, and have selectors that are not destroyed. Typically, selectors are in poor condition due to the metallurgy technology of the time, where they were made of a softer stainless steel.
The ratchets you are buying in this auction are some of the most magnificent examples I have ever seen in my years of collecting Craftsman ratchets. You will be hard pressed to find a Flying V set in this kind of condition again. Proceeds will help toward the cost of A/V equipment, editing, and other aspects of the coming higher quality "reboot" of the series.
Paypal is the only method of payment accepted. All items are shipped within 1 to 2 days after payment. You will be promptly notified of every step of the shipping process. I am known for my excellent packaging practices, so rest assured your item(s) will arrive as advertised. Contact me with any questions you have about this specific auction or any questions about Craftsman ratchets in general. I'll have happy to answer anything you'd like to know. Also, should you have any concerns, reach out to me first.
NOTICE: **This is an auction for the "hardcore" collector and the individual that is looking for as close to factory new condition as possible. You aren't going to find this level and attention to detail with others selling these kind of items here or anywhere.**
**If you would like to learn more about the Craftsman Butterfly "Flying V" Ratchet family, be sure to check out my "Craftsman USA Ratchet History: Long Lever & Butterfly Selector Ratchets (2nd Gen. Raised Panel)" video on YouTube! ^_^ **
*DISCLAIMER: Portions of this auction description are word for word from my up coming book: Craftsman Tools: An American Lexicon. Using this auction description for personal or commercial monetary transaction is prohibited other than myself, the publisher, Sears, or Stanley Black & Decker.*
If you are looking for a Vintage Craftsman Butterfly "Flying V" Ratchet Set, you've come to the right place!
Here is what you get:
- Each ratchet has its original oil port- Each ratchet is free of "owners" marks- Each ratchet functions like it was brand new- Cosmetic condition of each ratchet is NEW
- Cosmetic condition of each ratchet's selector is NEW
- All three (3x) standard sizes for this vintag...e are included: 1/2", 3/8", & 1/4"- Each ratchet has been individually disassembled, cleaned, inspected, & lubricated
Officially, they were designated internally within Sears as the "Butterfly" ratchets and were offered through the physical Sears Catalog from 1959 through 1966. Among enthusiasts, they are commonly called the "Flying V" ratchets, as their selector design was very much in alignment with the "V" flair found on everything from cars to guitars.
These ratchets sport a variable drive system based on the size of the ratchet, which was common for the era. The 1/2" Butterfly ratchet sports a 32 tooth gear with 2 tooth engagement per side pawl. The 3/8" & 1/4" Butterfly ratchets both sport a 24 tooth gear with a 2 tooth engagement per side pawl. While these ratchets did have an inventory number within the Sears Catalog, it was not imprinted on them. Sears often reused the same inventory number for corresponding size ratchets regardless of their pedigree during this time.
It is often difficult to find ratchets within this family that function appropriately, are in good cosmetic condition, and have selectors that are not destroyed. Typically, selectors are in poor condition due to the metallurgy technology of the time, where they were made of a softer stainless steel.
The ratchets you are buying in this auction are some of the most magnificent examples I have ever seen in my years of collecting Craftsman ratchets. You will be hard pressed to find a Flying V set in this kind of condition again. Proceeds will help toward the cost of A/V equipment, editing, and other aspects of the coming higher quality "reboot" of the series.
Paypal is the only method of payment accepted. All items are shipped within 1 to 2 days after payment. You will be promptly notified of every step of the shipping process. I am known for my excellent packaging practices, so rest assured your item(s) will arrive as advertised. Contact me with any questions you have about this specific auction or any questions about Craftsman ratchets in general. I'll have happy to answer anything you'd like to know. Also, should you have any concerns, reach out to me first.
NOTICE: **This is an auction for the "hardcore" collector and the individual that is looking for as close to factory new condition as possible. You aren't going to find this level and attention to detail with others selling these kind of items here or anywhere.**
**If you would like to learn more about the Craftsman Butterfly "Flying V" Ratchet family, be sure to check out my "Craftsman USA Ratchet History: Long Lever & Butterfly Selector Ratchets (2nd Gen. Raised Panel)" video on YouTube! ^_^ **
*DISCLAIMER: Portions of this auction description are word for word from my up coming book: Craftsman Tools: An American Lexicon. Using this auction description for personal or commercial monetary transaction is prohibited other than myself, the publisher, Sears, or Stanley Black & Decker.*
