Where from?

CMcAllister · 05-20-2014, 04:24 PM

I am often in the same predicament when sourcing tools, parts, raw materials or anything else for that matter. Sometimes there are no other options. American companies that once made stuff have closed plants, sent jobs out of the country and become nothing more than a marketing company. Reverse engineering and counterfeiting is another subject altogether.

I repair my US made electric tools and equipment rather than replace. I also look for new/old or mint used stuff on ebay when in need of something that's not made here anymore. Parts are always US made with few exceptions, never Chicom. Domestic stuff can usually be found, but It's not always easy and getting harder. I'm old enough that it still matters to me. Sadly, most people can't tell the difference or care anymore.

05-20-2014, 04:24 PM	#1
CMcAllister Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Fulton County, PA Posts: 616 Likes: 17 Liked 920 Times in 259 Posts	Re: Where from? I am often in the same predicament when sourcing tools, parts, raw materials or anything else for that matter. Sometimes there are no other options. American companies that once made stuff have closed plants, sent jobs out of the country and become nothing more than a marketing company. Reverse engineering and counterfeiting is another subject altogether. I repair my US made electric tools and equipment rather than replace. I also look for new/old or mint used stuff on ebay when in need of something that's not made here anymore. Parts are always US made with few exceptions, never Chicom. Domestic stuff can usually be found, but It's not always easy and getting harder. I'm old enough that it still matters to me. Sadly, most people can't tell the difference or care anymore.