I have a set of Husky 1/2 inch drive metric impact sockets which I bought a couple of years ago. I was at my local Home Depot a few days ago and while checking out the tool department, (which seems to be diminishing) was disappointed to see that many of the current Husky tools are made in Taiwan: ratchets, sockets, and wrenches. None of the impact sockets on the shelf were made in USA.

Later that day I made a trip to Sears. I noticed a mini plier set (Craftsman Professional) on sale and noticed that it too, was made in Taiwan. I bought it anyway because it seemed well made and still has the lifetime warranty.

Is it only a matter of time before it will be rare to find American made hand tools? I'm not insulting Taiwanese made products, but I'm just surprised by what I've seen on the shelves lately.