Vintage Kmart 13-Piece 3/8" Drive Metric Socket Wrench Set in Green Metal Case

This vintage Kmart 13-piece 3/8" drive metric socket wrench set comes in its original green metal case and has that solid, practical “old garage shelf” charm. Identified as Model #224, this set was typically manufactured in Japan for the S.S. Kresge Company, Kmart’s parent company, during the 1970s–1980s era.

It is a useful vintage tool set for a workshop, garage, toolbox, display shelf, or collector of older Kmart and Japanese-made tools. The set includes precision-machined, heat-treated, and tempered tools, along with a speed disk / speed dial adapter.

Details

Item Type: Vintage socket wrench set
∙ Brand: Kmart
∙ Model: #224
∙ Original Set Count: 13-piece set
∙ Important Note: Set appears to be missing one original piece; exact included pieces are shown in photos
∙ Drive Size: 3/8" drive
∙ Case: Original teal-green metal storage case
∙ Material: Chrome-plated metal tools with painted metal case and molded insert
∙ Color: Silver-tone tools, black insert, teal-green case
∙ Origin: Manufactured in Japan for Kmart Corporation, Troy, Michigan
∙ Era: Estimated 1970s–1980s
∙ Case Measurement: Approx. 9" x 4" x 5"
∙ Product Weight: 2 lbs. 13 oz.

∙ Use Ideas: Vintage garage tool set, mechanic gift, practical backup socket kit, workshop display, Kmart collector item, retro toolbox piece

Condition Grade: Good

Notes:

Original Kmart green metal case is included, and the inside label is still present with “manufactured in Japan for Kmart Corporation” visible. Chrome-plated tools have shine but also show normal vintage use, residue, discoloration, and patina.

The case has noticeable scuffs, scratches, dark marks, finish wear, oxidation/rust spots, and general garage/storage wear. Interior paper label has staining, spotting, smudges, and age wear. The molded insert shows dust and use wear. 

Set appears to be missing one original piece; speed disk (or "speed dial") adapter.

Selling as a vintage used tool set, not a mint or complete collector set. See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.

 See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.

Condition Grade Key

∙ Near Fine: minimal wear; clean.
∙ Very Good: light wear; clean; minor flaws.
∙ Good: noticeable wear.
∙ Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.

Collector’s Notes

Vintage Kmart tools are fun crossovers for practical tool buyers and collectors of old retail house-brand merchandise. This set has the right details: original green metal case, metric sizing, 3/8" drive, Model #224, and Japan-made tool era appeal.

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