Be American Made

Celebrating American-made products and those that produce them

Lakewood

When it comes to protecting valuable gear while venturing into the great outdoors, few companies offer the level of craftsmanship and durability that Lakewood does. Specializing in cases designed to withstand the elements, Lakewood has carved a niche for itself among outdoor enthusiasts, anglers, hunters, and archers. The brand offers a range of hard and soft cases, all promising to keep your equipment safe and organized, no matter where your adventures take you. Continue reading

Slayer Calls

2023-08-30 Hunting
We’ve been on a bit of a roll with hunting related companies lately, so, to continue down that path we’d like to introduce you to Slayer Calls from Eagle, Idaho. Started by Bill Ayer, Slayer Calls is the culimination of years of hunting experience and years of trying to create the perfect duck call. He did not stop after creating the perfect duck call though: Continue reading

Dans Hunting Gear

Planning to be outside in the coming months? Perhaps a camping trip or maybe even a hunting excursion of some type? For some proper American Made outdoor clothing, take a look at Dan’s Hunting Gear. These Amish hand-made pieces will keep you warm and dry and concealed. All of Dan’s products are handmade off-site by over 40 local Amish seamstresses. This process begins with all the materials being hand cut, then serged to prevent seams from fraying and pulling apart. The material is then sewn and all zippers and snaps are attached by hand. Every piece is produced entirely by the same artisan which allows for superior quality control. Continue reading

Scoute Arms

2023-08-28 Firearms
Looking for a new hunting rifle? Perhaps a new competition rig? Maybe even a new pistol? Check out Montana-based Scoute Arms for some great American Made firearms. SCOUTE is a group of like-minded individuals who accept nothing but perfection. Located in the Shields Valley of Montana, we have formed a team of lifelong hunters and proud service members. Whether you’re in pursuit of big game in the harshest environments this country has to offer, or you’re in need of a weapon system to protect your family and community, we promise to always deliver exactly what you need with NO COMPROMISE ever. Continue reading

Elevate Stand Co

2023-08-22 Hunting Outdoors
If you are a hunter you are most likely preparing for the coming seasons. September is only a few weeks away! Looking to hunt from up high? Elevate Stand Co is an American company producing lightweight, high quality hang on tree stands in Kansas. The company was founded by two brothers, Josh and Jared Stubbs. The duo grew up hunting with family and friends. “If they were hunting, they were happy.” Continue reading

Vermont Woods Studios

Furniture is something that is very personal to the purchaser. Everyone wants something that is perfect for them. Vermont Woods Studios manufactures a full suite of furniture that will make any discerning shopper happy. Not only are the designs appealing but the furniture itself is made right here in America. In Vermont of course. You’ll find furniture for your entire home: Continue reading

Condition 1

A few years ago we were in the market for a robust hard case. We looked at all the typical options but came across Condition 1 and found what we were looking for. We ended up with the 55" Long Case and it has absolutely done the job we needed it to do. It holds what we need, was easy to customize the internal foam, has wheels and multiple handles. What more could we want? Continue reading

Go Wild Camo

Go Wild Camo was born from a desire to do better. To create something better than what existed at the time. While hunting Elk in western Montana, well above the snow-line, I realized that most of the modern camouflage clothing companies didn’t live up to their claims. On our trek we gained 3,800 feet in just under 6 miles and the need to constantly change out layers for lack of performance slowed us down more than the terrain. Sweating one minute and cold the next while fighting a gale force wind, inspiration struck. Good isn’t good enough. My camo gear should work as hard as I do. Continue reading

Velo Transit

You know us, we love bags. Whether from Red Oxx or Inside Line Equipment or Outdoorsmans. We simply love great bags, backpacks, fanny packs or any other ‘bag’ type item. We have a new company to add to our bag list: Velo Transit. Velot Transit makes bags from their shop in Seatac, Washington. You can bet their bags are waterproof! They have the perfect testing grounds for that, no question. Continue reading

Appalachian Cast Iron

2023-08-15 Cookware Home Goods
Our cast iron pans see a lot of use. Everything from cooking a grilled cheese to reverse searing a great steak. One cast iron item we do not yet have is a waffle iron. However, now that we have found Appalachian Cast Iron we can correct that. A fascination with antique waffle irons led to the creation of Appalachian Cast Iron. For the past 30 years I have been fascinated by antique waffle irons and have collected many. After cooking with my very first one, I immediately reached into my cabinet, pulled out my electric waffle iron, and dropped it into the trash bin. It was only a few years old and already had damage to the non-stick coating and I knew the plastic legs weren’t going to last either. However, now I had a real, permanent, cast iron waffle maker, a 160 year old North, Hamilton and Chase. There was no turning back. Continue reading
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