Antique Whitman Barnes W&B Adjustable Monkey Wrench Hammer 8.5" w/Wood Handle USA -- Jaw Opens to 1-1/2"
This is an antique 8.5 inch adjustable monkey wrench manufactured by Whitman & Barnes (W&B) in the USA, likely in the early 20th century. It features a cast iron body with a sliding jaw that can be adjusted to fit different size nuts and bolts. The wrench has a wooden handle and a built-in hammer head on one side for added utility. A great antique tool for collectors or for actual use.
Approx. Dimensions: 8-1/2" L x 2-1/8" W x 1-1/4" D (at the Handle)
Approx. Weight: 1 lbs, 7 ozs
Sold as is. No warranty from the seller. No Returns.
CONDITION NOTE: Used, but wrench is in very good condition with some surface wear and patina as expected from age and use. The jaw still adjusts smoothly. Wood handle is in great shape (see pictures). This wrench has nicks, scratches, marks, and grease/dirt from use (see pictures). Tested and still opens and closes properly (see pictures). Does not include the original box, packaging, or any related documentation. See detailed high resolution (zoom-able) pictures to know what you are purchasing.
Background on Whitman & Barnes:
Whitman & Barnes Manufacturing Company (W&B) was a prominent American tool maker in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for their high quality wrenches, chisels, and other hand tools. The company was founded in 1877 in Akron, Ohio and later moved to Chicago. They were an early pioneer in developing the monkey wrench.
Estimated Age:
Based on the style and markings, this wrench likely dates to the 1920s-1930s era, making it roughly 90-100 years old. Antique Whitman & Barnes tools are very collectible.
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