Committed to buying Made In U.S.A.

[coopdog]

After many years of driving Japanese cars (Accord, Camry and Altima) I last year bought a nearly new 2009 Chevy Malibu  LTZ.   I LOVE it!!!!  I think both Chevy and Ford make excellent products again.  I am back to being a GM man.  Nothing but Chevy, Buick or Cadillac for me.  

That being said, I won't buy an American product if it is crap.  That's why I stopped buying American cars in the 1980's.   I think this is pickup-driving, American car website already, buy for those of you who have not given American cars a chance lately, you really should give them another look and you won't be disappointed.

[C13mechanic]

Snap-on branded tools  - A large majority of there hand tools are made at 4 facilities in the U.S. (Elkmont, AL; Algona, IA; Elizabethton, TN; and Milwaukee, WI).., same with S-K HandTools made in McCook, IL and  Stanley-Proto made in New Britain, CT.

Nothin beats a well made wrench or ratchet.


http://www.stillmadeinusa.com  <----  help people find American made products

[sporterizin]

SOCKS

Just an example of one Made in the U.S.A. Brand/type I use. Catawba Outdoor Supply Merino Wool blend socks. They help by pulling moisture away, which in turn help keep feet dry and warmer. Add wearing water resistant leather boots and your feet will remain drier and more comfortable in colder weather. Thickness variations are available so there is a variety to choose from. There are also other brands made in the U.S.A. available.

Example conditions: I was out target praticing out in below freezing weather wearing Merino blend socks and uninsulated Red Wing boots (treated) and my feet were kept warm and dry. Much better than trying to keep your feet warm using cotton socks.

These socks can be spendy, but this time of year many local retailers will be putting them on 50% off sale as they bring in 'Spring' products to shelf.

[marcodelat]

SOCKS

Just an example of one Made in the U.S.A. ...

Well, these here are about $2 a pair...

... sorry about that "stake"; here's the right link"

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/12-prs-of-new-us-military-socks.aspx?a=459635

[freight]

I can vouch for the quality and craftsmanship of the Case knife. I have cleaned a fair share of deer and other game with mine, and they hold an edge really well.

http://www.wrcase.com/about_case/


Craftsman tools.


edit...
Just found out Craftsman tools are now made in China!

[sporterizin]

That there is a pretty good deal...those calf high socks are good for circulation too.

SOCKS

Just an example of one Made in the U.S.A. ...

Well, these here are about $2 a pair...

... sorry about that "stake"; here's the right link"

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/12-prs-of-new-us-military-socks.aspx?a=459635

[Treeweasel]

They are good socks. I imagine with ready access to modern cleaning tools they would last longer than the last pairs I had. Might have to grab some.

[galahad]

Expensive but a "forever" guarantee and they are top notch.  Try Cutco knives.  From ebay they aren't too bad and with the factory sharpening for almost nothing they are brought back to like new.

If you have a Santuko 1766 my wife is looking for one.  Will pay $60 shipped.   

[ranger1968]

 Beltman Gun Belts

 http://www.thebeltman.net/

  Beltman is owned by a guy named Jim Speidel, in Apex North Carolina; he has 2 or 3 employees, and they make custom ccw gun belts. Jim's product is about the best int he business, as his belts are made from 1/4 bullhide, and you choose the color , number of holes, buckle , etc, for your belt, which is then custom made for you; the belts are not cheap- usually around $90- $100 shipped, but they are incredibly well made, right here in the USA, and will last you a long, long time- a decade or more, with the support you need to carry a pistol; unless you have worn a purpose made gun belt you really can't understand the difference, but trust me, once you start wearing one , you never go back, since the right belt lets you pull the carry rig tight to your body and hold it there securely without you having to cinch your belt really tight; 

  It seems like a lot of money for a belt, but for the comfort and security level you get, along with the longevity of the belt (and I don't mean looks; I mean the belt's ability to do it's job of supporting the rig) , they are a good value, since you will have that belt for a long , long, time, wearing every day.

 Beware some of the others out there- the .511's etc, since most of that stuff is made in China or Korea, and is junk that does not last...

 Check the Beltman out, and keep the money here at home, you will be glad you did.

[MO]

Just started reading this thread and I have to add Leatherman to this list as well. www.leatherman.com
I have the Wave model multitool and carry it everyday. I somehow broke the tip off of the scissors. No idea how. I sent it back to them in Portland, OR and had a replacement 1 week after I sent it. No questions asked, no hassle. They are made in OR and as you already probably know, they are top notch multi tools. Anyway just FWIW. Thanks!

[HappyRat]

http://www.bullytools.com/

A few friends and I are digging a ditch for drainage, found these shovels at a local hardware store. Tough things, seem to be powder coated, the backside is welded with a reinforcement rib instead of just crimped... and the steel is a pretty high gauge for a shovel.

Very good American yard tools.

[Boomstik]

http://www.all-clad.com/  located in my home town. Like the Cutco knives they are expensive but will last.

[HappyRat]

All-Clad makes a good product, but they do sometimes stamp their name on Chinese made stuff.

[jeep02tj]

Ball canning products
All American pressure cookers
Danner boots and shoes (not all of them are made in the USA)
Carolina boots (not all of them are made in the USA)
Duluth jeans (not all of them are made in the USA)
Nalgene drinking bottles for camping/hiking