torch question

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I'm putting together an oxy/propane cutting rig, and stumbled across these at a garage sale (got 'em both for $20 - woo hoo!) The bigger one is a Harris 85 with a Harris 72 cutting torch.  I can get some 6290-NX tips for them and I'll be good to go (as soon as I get some Type T hose too).  The smaller one has me stumped though - it's a Craftsmen, made in USA in 1979.  That's the only info on it except the Sears part number (313.54491 for the handle, 313.54402 for the torch).  Anybody know who made this, or (more important) what line of tips I can get for it?  These are so old the Sears Parts website doesn't know what they are.  I'd like to be able to use it for smaller work.Also got a question about the regulators (which were also included in the $20): They're also Craftsmen, made in USA, from 1979.  There is an adapter on the fuel regulator that goes from CGA 510 to CGA 200:Can someone tell me what fitting I need for a 20lb Blue Rhino propane tank?  I figure I'll replace the whole nipple/connector, but I need to know what I'm looking for.  Or would it be best to just take the regulator into an Airgas store and ask them?  Thanks!
Reply:i have the exact same regulators from sears bought in the early 70's that are brandy new. marquette (spelling?) may have made the torch although sears used many contractors to build it's stuff.i.u.o.e. # 15queens, ny and sunny fla
Reply:Just take the extra adapter off that regulator and use it. CGA510 is the standard fitting for acetylene and propane regulators. The bigger harris toch will serve well. Just get some cutting tips and a few welding tips, and you will be set.IAMAW Local 330Airco 300 AC/DC HeliwelderAirco Dip-Pak 200 with Profax spool gunPowr-Kraft AC225Everlast PowerArc 200stBuffalo Forge No.21 drill pressSpeedglas 9100xxAirco, Oxweld, Purox, Victor torchesLincoln Ranger 8
Reply:Originally Posted by wnywelderJust take the extra adapter off that regulator and use it. CGA510 is the standard fitting for acetylene and propane regulators.