Early Coach / Buggy Adjustable Wrench – 7″ LongMarked “Acier fondu” Rare French-Made Carriage Tool.
This early coach or buggy adjustable wrench is a compact and beautifully preserved example of 19th-century European toolmaking. Measuring 7″ in length, it’s stamped “Acier fondu”—French for “cast steel”—a mark often found on high-quality tools produced in France during the 1800s.• Origin: Likely French, based on the “Acier fondu” marking• Function: Designed for carriage and buggy maintenance—compact, portable, and versatile• Construction: Cast steel body with adjustable jaw mechanism• Markings: Clearly stamped “Acier fondu” on one side; other side unmarked• Condition: Fine overall, with smooth adjustment and aged patinaThese tools were essential for roadside repairs and fine mechanical adjustments in the age of horse-drawn transport. Their compact size and robust build made them indispensable for coachmen and wheelwrights alike. A rare survivor with continental flair.Always free shipping from Michael Rouillard Tools.
SKU: K324Categories: Shop All, Starrett and Machinist Tools, Wrench
