Williams adjustable wrenches, no more made in USA?

[NinnyCTSV]

Looking for a new set of adjustable wrenches to replace my old worn out ones. Mostly some old bluepoint USA, superjustables, and black hawks. Was eyeballing the 4 pcs Williams 13642a set as its relatively cheap and was under the impression of still being USA made. After going to snap-ons site for more specs it states they’re made in Taiwan now? Bit of a buzzkill as I’ve always liked the superjustables. Opted for the 3 piece Proto J795s set instead

 

[Skin]

These days its Asia and Irega (Spain) for the vast majority of brands. Im sure you already noticed but Proto is still forged in the USA for what its worth.

http://www.protoindustrial.com/en/i...5a390b038de_Proto®-Satin-Adjustable-Wrenches/

 

[NinnyCTSV]

That’s what I got was the protos. Just disappointing considering the cost just for the name when seemingly the same “Klutch” branded 4pc set is going for around 15 bucks

 

[65k10]

They still offer US made ones. Pretty sure all the ones I have bought are Western Forge.
http://www.toolsdelivered.com/Williams-AP-12A-Hand-Tools-Wrenches-Adjustable-Standard-Grip

 

[davethorik]

These days its Asia and Irega (Spain) for the vast majority of brands. Im sure you already noticed but Proto is still forged in the USA for what its worth.

http://www.protoindustrial.com/en/i...5a390b038de_Proto®-Satin-Adjustable-Wrenches/

Proto used to be made in-house, but nowadays are outsourced to WF, who I believe is the only adjustable wrench maker in the states.

 

[dr_clyde]

Western Forge is still making wrenches for several USA companies. Ridgid is my go to WF wrench at the moment. I don't care for Proto's click stop BS.

Shame about the Williams. I have a 24" superjustable that I like a lot.

 

[rossomania]

Shame about the Williams. I have a 24" superjustable that I like a lot.

Yeah, I’m a big fan of Williams USA tools but the only way to make sure of what you’re buying is to verify the product code. If it begins with a number, it ISN’T a US made tool. US made product codes always begin with letters.