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Title: Williams 263H - what is it for?
Post by: swervncarz on May 02, 2013, 11:21:44 PM

Anyone know what this small Williams wrench would be for? Total length is approx 4 1/2"

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Title: Re: Williams 263H - what is it for?
Post by: amertrac on May 03, 2013, 06:34:31 AM

could be a jaw wrench for a lathe or similar tool for another machine some machines had a rack on the side with holes the stub end went in the hole and stored the wrench when not in use.   jmho   bob w.

Title: Re: Williams 263H - what is it for?
Post by: lbgradwell on May 03, 2013, 06:59:15 AM

That's called an Offset Socket Wrench and the model number is a standard size denoting a 3/8" square opening.

They are used in industrial setting and I believe pipelayers may still use them for installing storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains.

They are still made...

Title: Re: Williams 263H - what is it for?
Post by: swervncarz on May 03, 2013, 03:42:35 PM

Thanks for the info