Wednesday, 22 February 2012

Capewell Ends 131-Year Run Making Nails in USA as Delta Mustad Consolidates Horse Nail Factories



George Capewell's Grave; photo from the Library of Congress

The news from Delta Mustad hit the streets today: Capewell nails will no longer be made in America. Of course the company has big plans, but a chunk of US horse history ceases with this announcement.



Detail from grave

Hoofcare Publishing and I wish all the employees of the Connecticut factory the very best in their new pursuits

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