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Classic Auto and Motorcycle Tools => Classic Auto and Motorcycle Tools => Topic started by: Yadda on August 09, 2023, 05:53:28 PM

Title: Powr-Kraft 1/2 Inch Drive Socket Set
Post by: Yadda on August 09, 2023, 05:53:28 PM

I picked up this Montgomery Ward Powr-Kraft 30-piece 1/2 drive socket set recently.  Little used, it is in excellent shape.  It is missing the pull handle crossbar, 5/8 inch 12 point socket, and the 1/2 inch 8 point socket. I believe this is a mid-60's socket set made by Wright. I found an image of this set in the 1967 Montgomery Ward Christmas catalog.

Title: Re: Powr-Kraft 1/2 Inch Drive Socket Set
Post by: d42jeep on August 10, 2023, 10:02:00 AM

That’s a nice set. I found mine at a 2018 estate sale in Lafayette, CA. After a bit of detective work it turned out that the original owner lived close to our Tahoe area summer home. Mine included some Barcalo supplied Powr-Kraft combo wrenches. I’ll check for your missing pieces in my spares but I won’t be where they are until mid October.
-Don

Title: Re: Powr-Kraft 1/2 Inch Drive Socket Set
Post by: Yadda on August 10, 2023, 12:06:29 PM

Thanks Don, 

I have a few Powr-Kraft tools, but I don't think they are quite as old. I've been watching the online auctions and estate sales for the PK branded Barcalo wrenches. I really like those ice cream scoop wrenches.