bottjernat1 2,190 #1 Posted June 4, 2020 Wondered how many other folks have had enough of the cheap crap that comes from overseas? I have always tried to go out of my way to buy items made here in the good old U.S.A. I recently bought me the bundle of 6 pairs of socks. My grand daughter needed shoes so we bought her some and i got my socks 1/2 off. I love them they are comfortable! What are some of the item people have bought that are made here? Here is there web site http://www.xtremegearllc.com/united-footgear.html 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #2 Posted June 4, 2020 It’s not easy. I spend a lot of time and money buying US made items. Time looking for them and money paying top dollar for them. All well worth it. 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bc.gold 3,403 #3 Posted June 4, 2020 2 hours ago, bottjernat1 said: Wondered how many other folks have had enough of the cheap crap that comes from overseas? I have always tried to go out of my way to buy items made here in the good old U.S.A. I recently bought me the bundle of 6 pairs of socks. My grand daughter needed shoes so we bought her some and i got my socks 1/2 off. I love them they are comfortable! What are some of the item people have bought that are made here? Here is there web site http://www.xtremegearllc.com/united-footgear.html The socks sold by United Foot Gear are actually made by a company located in Fyffe, AL called Bur-Tex, who manufacture a great line of hosiery. Thanks for posting, I've been looking for a source of wool work socks, not this synthetic blended junk. We offer a multitude of types of socks. Basic Athletic, Better athletic. Outdoor for all climates, work, diabetic, and compression. Basics, Cotton and poly Better Basics Combed Cotton Coolmax Arch Support Outdoor (84n to 132n for all different weights and climates) Merino Wool Cashmere Blend Viscose from Bamboo Pima Cotton Sorbtek Compression - We have the latest technology to give the athletic and pedestrian a performance product that will improve quality of life as well as fill trophy cases. Diabetic socks - This is a very fast growing area of the market. We make the basics and we also make product that has a fashion flair! Boot socks - you name the boot and we can knit the sock to match. We make over the calf, custom product for the Cowboy, Worker, Hiker, Skier and Hunter. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,797 #4 Posted June 4, 2020 A Wheel Horse tractor or four... some Wheel Horse parts... 3 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bottjernat1 2,190 #5 Posted June 4, 2020 8 minutes ago, bcgold said: The socks sold by United Foot Gear are actually made by a company located in Fyffe, AL called Bur-Tex, who manufacture a great line of hosiery. Thanks for posting, I've been looking for a source of wool work socks, not this synthetic blended junk. We offer a multitude of types of socks. Basic Athletic, Better athletic. Outdoor for all climates, work, diabetic, and compression. Basics, Cotton and poly Better Basics Combed Cotton Coolmax Arch Support Outdoor (84n to 132n for all different weights and climates) Merino Wool Cashmere Blend Viscose from Bamboo Pima Cotton Sorbtek Compression - We have the latest technology to give the athletic and pedestrian a performance product that will improve quality of life as well as fill trophy cases. Diabetic socks - This is a very fast growing area of the market. We make the basics and we also make product that has a fashion flair! Boot socks - you name the boot and we can knit the sock to match. We make over the calf, custom product for the Cowboy, Worker, Hiker, Skier and Hunter. My late dads cousin has her own vet clinic in upstate New York I have a pair of lama socks 100% pure lama wool. She works on farm animals mainly. And someone she has helped out a few times. Gave her several pairs of socks. My late dad had them in a draw that i went threw when he passed away. I have worn them a few times they are made in upstate new york. Not on a mass scale tho. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bc.gold 3,403 #6 Posted June 4, 2020 (edited) My father wore what I thought at the time were dorky Romeo's, now that I'm retired I find myself walking in his boots. These are made in Winnipeg, the pair i currently wear is going on seven years of daily use, rain, snow and sub zero weather sometimes totally submerged in swamp water. The first day these new Romeo's get worn I'll head on down to the river behind our property and give then a good soaking, softens up the leather on the foot corns. All their leisure and work footwear is made from real leather with sewn on Vibram soles. https://www.canadawestboots.com Edited June 4, 2020 by bcgold 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,280 #7 Posted June 4, 2020 Trina has been setting up a pile of backpacking gear for us. She's found a great deal on military surplus items. Some US made. Great quality and prices. Great socks come from Darn Tough in VT. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bottjernat1 2,190 #8 Posted June 4, 2020 Pretty cool I just checked out there web page! https://darntough.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwt-L2BRA_EiwAacX32aUGxFqUSr_k0WIEiNXT9fk1tHF-YyGkDJFeZBCw6ChiHVZY1BX0BxoCzzgQAvD_BwE 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bottjernat1 2,190 #9 Posted June 4, 2020 These 2 web sites is also a good source of american made products they are also on Facebook! http://www.allamericanstore.us/ and this place https://madeinamericastore.com/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prondzy 3,881 #10 Posted June 4, 2020 A truck bed mat for my new truck, made in the USA by a company called Boomerang using 100% recycled rubber http://www.boomerangrubber.com/TruckBedMats.html 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,583 #11 Posted June 4, 2020 bought this acent furnace , made in the usa, very good unit , euper efficent and quiet, 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,981 #12 Posted June 4, 2020 Nothing lately and the last things were my C-125, Sears/Roper GT16 and Brinly plough. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 9,695 #13 Posted June 4, 2020 Sadly I recently bought a package of 4 female & 4 male air hose connectors at Home Depo. They are junk. I have a 2 quart paint pot that I attach to my belt. I've been painting cabinets for the house Im doing an addition on for my son. As I walk along painting cabinets the air hose drags with me. But the fittings blow apart with the slightest side pull pressure. All 4 sets are junk and are going back to HD. 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,710 #14 Posted June 4, 2020 Just this lately. 6 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #15 Posted June 4, 2020 (edited) Edited June 4, 2020 by AMC RULES 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Digger 66 3,478 #16 Posted June 4, 2020 1 hour ago, stevasaurus said: I haven't had a drop of alcohol in almost 11 years , but that looks scrumptious ! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bc.gold 3,403 #17 Posted June 7, 2020 Connect the dots. Counterfeit money, in this read replace currency with goods. Nations have used counterfeiting as a means of warfare. The idea is to overflow the enemy's economy with fake bank notes, so that the real value of the money plummets. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,350 #18 Posted June 7, 2020 just bought these yesterday 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,311 #19 Posted June 7, 2020 Little disappointed to see where this was “crafted” . I try to buy American made and also try to avoid places like Wal-Mart and Home Depot if I can. It’s tough! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Razorback 1,035 #20 Posted June 7, 2020 This is my next Made in USA purchase: https://www.pkgrills.com/the-pk-grill-smoker-graphite/ 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 16,985 #21 Posted June 7, 2020 I realize you're probably referring to new stuff but recently bought this Made in the USA 70s ventilation fan for the O&R collection of tools. It was used by the LAFD, Los Angeles Fire Dept. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,710 #22 Posted June 7, 2020 That grill...7. something grill to top of lid. That is not enough for an 18 to 20 LB turkey. That is the issue I have while looking for a new grill. I'm doing a turkey breast today, and my lid hits that...barely, but it hits it. I used to have a domed lid on my grill...limped it as far as I could. Hope to find another one like that. That is a lot of money for a grill...I know they are expensive, but I am ready to use cement blocks and make my own. Might spend $30 for the blocks. Sorry, I've been looking for 3 years now. Everything is either gas or propane...charcoal seems to be a dying thing...thank you California. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bottjernat1 2,190 #23 Posted June 8, 2020 17 hours ago, wallfish said: I realize you're probably referring to new stuff but recently bought this Made in the USA 70s ventilation fan for the O&R collection of tools. It was used by the LAFD, Los Angeles Fire Dept. New old it doesnt matter! I should have said what have you bought that was or is made here in the U.S.A that you are proud of!! Nice man I like it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bottjernat1 2,190 #24 Posted June 8, 2020 15 hours ago, stevasaurus said: That grill...7. something grill to top of lid. That is not enough for an 18 to 20 LB turkey. That is the issue I have while looking for a new grill. I'm doing a turkey breast today, and my lid hits that...barely, but it hits it. I used to have a domed lid on my grill...limped it as far as I could. Hope to find another one like that. That is a lot of money for a grill...I know they are expensive, but I am ready to use cement blocks and make my own. Might spend $30 for the blocks. Sorry, I've been looking for 3 years now. Everything is either gas or propane...charcoal seems to be a dying thing...thank you California. They sell alot of grills now that do both. gas and charcoal. i have seen even walmart has 2 different grills that are strickly charcoal and wood and they are made here. There not super fancy but they would due the job. I use to own a charbroil grill that did both i regret being drunk and giving it to my old neighbor guy when i moved. LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #25 Posted June 15, 2020 (edited) On 6/8/2020 at 7:49 AM, bottjernat1 said: New old it doesnt matter! I should have said what have you bought that was or is made here in the U.S.A that you are proud of!! Nice man I like it! It would take literally thousands of photos of everything I have around here. Unfortunately the majority made a long time ago. As I said before I spend a lot of money and time buying US made items, but it’s not easy. Now many items say assembled in US from world wide items. Better but misleading. Possibly still junk that does not really benefit user or country 100%. We let it go too far and still tolerate it. Like a drug we have become addicted to cheap disposable stuff and the people supplying it know. There are a couple of individuals that in the last few years developed specialized tools for my line of work. Patented them, and manufacture them themselves. Recently exact copies of them started being sold on Amazon and eBay for a fraction of the price and guess where they are made. As individuals they do not have the resources to fight this on their own so there is nothing they can do. Blame has to go first to the companies selling them (ironically they place the two items together showing the very different prices), and our government that allows this to go on. Edited June 15, 2020 by formariz 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites