1882
It’s first factory in Red Hook, Brooklyn, NYC, revolutionized drop forging, “blacksmithing by machinery,” to ensure all pieces were created with the same consistency and quality. Due to their precise manufacturing process, Williams’ products were used in the countless industrial shops of 19th century America. From turning out tools for bicycles, sewing machines and more to the production of golf club heads for a growing America.
Products unique in quality, arrangement and refinement meant everything to the early Williams brand. The Red Hook factory was spotless. It was advanced for its time, from recycling oil to having its own fireproof architecture and private fire department. With Williams attention to detail and precision, Williams won special praise for its distinctive, highly-polished sycamore wood display during the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair.
1905
Originally J.H. Williams, an American made brand was shipping products to various countries like Chile, South Africa and France as early as 1905.
1914
In 1914, Williams moved its flagship production facility to Buffalo, New York, where it employed 800 workers.
1926
Superwrenches drop-forged from selected alloy steel in box and open-end patterns were quickly accepted by mechanics because of their light, balanced designed and great strength.
1936
In 1936, Williams introduced a flexible wrench system called “super” sockets which included sockets, handles and accessories ranging in size from 3/16” to 3-1/8”
1982
During their centennial year in 1982, Williams introduced the industry’s first modular flat and socket wrenches. That year they also included a complete line of tool sets for the offshore energy industry.
