Put on your flameproof underwear. But as a tool and diemaker who has
seen my trade decimated in the last few years, I wholeheartedly agree
with you. That's why I bought a Unisaw that was made here. It seems like
the X5 series is Taiwanese, but the limited edition (phasing out) was
made here. I too would also rather pay a little more to keep some of
the manufacturing in the States.

Brian Elfert wrote:

Is any woodworking maachinery for the hobbyist still made in the USA?

I'm looking for a 14" bandsaw. Delta makes them in the USA, but the
current models don't have a great reputation. Powermatic is making a real
nice 14" bandsaw, but in Taiwan. I would rather see jobs stay in the USA
and pay a bit more for my tools.

Many other types of stationary tools simply aren't made in the USA unless
you want to buy high end models for thousands of dollars.

I was just at Home Depot a few days ago buying tools in the hand tool
promotion. I only bought stuff made in the USA. I may have paid a bit
more, but someone might have a job for another day now. I was going to
buying a socket set, but Husky tools are all made in Taiwan now so those
stayed on the shelf.

Brian Elfert