Be American Made

Celebrating American-made products and those that produce them

Ames

As the weather warms we find ourselves outside taking care of the lawn and lanscaping again. Not always our favorite thing to do on a nice sunny weekend, but we always get it done. Our ability to always get the work done is supported in great part by the tools we have purchased for the job. They are American Made. Continue reading

Sub-Zero

2023-06-05 Household Utility
Planning a kitchen remodel? Maybe you just want to update the important items? You’ll want American Made appliances, naturally. Sub-Zero has been producing refrigeration appliances in America since 1945 when the company was founded by Westye Bakke. When Westye Bakke began experimenting with refrigeration in the 1930s, he was, in part, searching for a reliable way to store insulin—his young son, Bud, needed it to manage his juvenile diabetes. Continue reading

Lynx Defense

Lynx Defense gets right to the point: We do not want to be the company that tries to make a quick buck. We want to be the company you turn to when you need quality made vs. quantity made. All right here in the land of the free. Founded in 2013 with the goal of producing a great pistol bag, Lynx Defense has grown and expanded by producing great American Made goods for your day at the range. Continue reading

Amodex

2023-05-31 Home Goods Utility
What is something most of us forget about until we absolutely need it? How about stain remover? We know that when we need it, we REALLY need it and frequently fail to have it nearby. Amodex manufactures America Made stain remover that is so good even the makers of Sharpie recommend it for removing their permanink markers! The family-owned and run company was created in 1957 when Peter, the grandfather, created a solution for dealing with the stubborn stains on his hands from long days working in the printing industry. Continue reading

White's

Want to learn about a truly awesome American company? Read the the history of White’s Boots. What an amazing story! The White’s Boots legacy has been in service to the relentless spirit of the American worker, whose labor has helped the legend of our boots grow from the Pacific Northwest to those around the world. These are serious boots for serious workers. Boots for ‘harsh demands.’ Continue reading

Orthopedic Drum Thrones

When you go see a live concert do you ever think about whether the drummer is comfortable or not? Probably not. But think about the fact they they are back there sitting and basically doing a full exercise routine! Looking to alleviate drummer discomfort, Orthopedic Drum Thrones makes two different ’thrones’ to take the place of the old drum chair you might be using. Continue reading

LogOX

2023-05-15 Tools Utility
If you heat your home with wood, or just generally do any type of tree and log harvesting, you know that good tools make the job far easier. LogOX is a Vermont-based company that manufactures a suite of American Made tools to help you get your wood jobs handled more efficiently and safer. If you are doing real work in the woods moving timber around and cutting logs, check out their Forestry Tools and we’re pretty sure you’re going to find some useful items. You may also wish to check out the Outdoor Equipment they offer as well. A proper wood splitter will certainly make your days go a bit faster. Continue reading

Case Knives

Being prepared is something everyone should strive for. One essential item for your daily carry to keep you prepared: a proper pocket knife. Case Knives manufactures a number of great American Made knives that fit the bill. For instance, the Rogers Corn Cob Jig Antique Bone Trapper would be a perfect item for your pocket. Not too big and not too small. Just the right size. Continue reading

Farm Plast

Milk crates seem to be the do-all storage solution for almost every person we have ever met. You can stack them, stand on them and color-coordinate them. Farm Plast manufactures authentic milk crates that are 100% Made in the USA. The company is privately owned and was founded in 2007 and currently employs 28 individuals. It’s not just the old standard square milk crate that they offer either! You’ll find several options: Continue reading

Leatherman

2023-04-19 Tools Utility
It seems that when someone is talking about a ‘multi-tool’ they just naturally refer to it as a Leatherman. Why is that? Because Tim Leatherman created the first pliers-based multi-tool over 37 years ago and the company has been producing them ever since! The story is one we have seen before: an individual has a real need for something so they take it on to create a solution. Continue reading
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