Facom 3/8" Drive 12pt Swivel Socket- these are 30% shorter than conventional swivel sockets for access and mobility in tight spaces. Facom markets these to the Aerospace industry but they're useful in other commercial and automotive applications. Older production - made in France.
The vintage FACOM J.11/16F is a highly sought-after, discontinued 3/8-inch drive 12-point fractional 11/16" hinged swivel socket. For collectors and professional mechanics searching for the original "Made in France" iteration, this tool represents a classic era of European tool manufacturing prior to FACOM's mid-2000s acquisition. The vintage model is identifiable by its compact pinned joint housing, high-polish bright chrome finish, and original "FRANCE" forging stamps. It was heavily marketed to the aerospace industry because its integrated hinge format is 30% shorter than pairing a standard socket with a separate universal joint, allowing critical torque access inside tight engine bays and airframe sections.
Vintage Sourcing & Purchasing - Because the original unibody J.XFU / J.F hinged collection has been officially phased out of modern standard catalogs, true vintage pieces are typically acquired through liquidators, niche distributors, or new-old-stock (NOS) inventories.
