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NOS Mint Vintage Armstrong USA 16-239 3/8" Drive SAE Socket Wrench Set Flat Handle UnusedITEM DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is a museum-grade, New Old Stock (NOS) vintage Armstrong Bros. Tool Co. 3/8" Drive SAE Socket Set (Set No. 16-239). Made in Chicago, U.S.A.This set is in absolute pristine, unused condition. It looks exactly as it did the day it left the factory—resembling a true time capsule as if the outer plastic wrap was just removed. There is zero rust, zero grease, zero chrome peeling, and absolutely no owner markings, initials, or engravings anywhere on the tools or the case. The interior metal tray paint is flawless, and the inner blue factory label is bright, crisp, and entirely intact.The tools feature the highly desirable, vintage classic "flat handle" design, completely free of any socket-engagement wear on the drive squares or scratching on the heads.This complete 11-piece set includes:• 3/8" Drive Flat Handle Ratchet (Model No. 11-903)
• 3/8" Drive Flat Handle Flex/Breaker Bar (Model No. 11-918)
• 3/8" Drive 3-Inch Extension
• 3/8" Drive Universal Swivel Joint Attachment
• 7 Shallow 12-Point SAE Sockets (Full consecutive run: 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4")
• Original Textured Metal Storage Case with Center LatchWhether you are a serious vintage tool archivist or want a flawless piece of American industrial history for your collection, you will not find a cleaner example of this set. Please see the high-resolution photos to verify the incredible, unused condition. Feel free
to message with any questions, or
request any additional photos.SHIPPING & PACKAGING INFORMATION
• Shipping Method: USPS Ground Advantage or USPS Priority Mail (buyer's choice).
• Estimated Package Weight: 5 lbs (includes heavy-duty bubble wrap and a sturdy outer cardboard box).
• Package Dimensions: approx. 12" x 8" x 4"
• Handling: Packed with extreme care. The tools inside the metal case will be wrapped individually in foam/bubble wrap prior to shipment to ensure they do not shift, clatter, or scratch each other or the pristine interior paint during transit.
