Capitalist Propaganda from the McCarthy era

Matador Wrench

Another two dollar wrench found at a swap meet, Matador is a German brand and a supplier to Mercedes Benz.  The product line is still available but apparently at least some of the tools are now made in Taiwan. The text on the bottom image reads Super Chrom and in smaller text possibly "Forrion" though I'm not certain of that. Anyways, a good large wrench currently living in the toolbox of the tractor.

Martin Marlin

The Marlin was designed for antisubmarine warfare and served with the Navy from 1954 till 1967. The gull-wings kept the engines and propellers out of the spray and the long tailed hull provided stability in rough takeoffs and landings. 285 were built. One example remains- on display at the Naval Aviation Museum. We need more seaplanes!

Good Taste

Fleetwings

The Fleetwings company specialized in welding stainless steel and in 1929 reorganized to focus on stainless steel aircraft structures. It continued to operate undr that name after it was acquired by Hall Aluminum Aircraft in 1934 and became Kaiser Fleetwings in 1943. The company was in business till 1962.  The building was demolished for a housing project.

1956 Jaguar XK140

British Car Day

One of my vices is vises, Powr Kraft

I passed on this vise for sale at the Barber Vintage swap meet. Although I was not familiar with the name, it appeared to be good quality and in good shape. 
According to the Garage-Journal site Powr Kraft is a rebadged Wilton made for Montgomery Ward. The price seemed fair but it was hot... and a long walk... 

Wilton history here.

Kawasaki Z-1 at Barber

The launch Japansky

D.W. Fostle, Speedboat, Mystic Seaport Museum 1988

In the fall of 1904 the fast launch Japansky rolls to port from the torque of the engine as she accelerates to speed. The hull shape was state of the art for that time but was soon obsolete.

Sidecar Sunday, Barber Vintage Festival