metric hardware, We need to get our heads out of our butts... Options

[VaccaRabite]

Nearly everything that I own uses metric hardware.
It is rare that I come across stuff using Standard.
Not just cars. But guns, toys, electronics, hunting blinds, my ATV, work out equipment.
Basically everything I own.

So, WHY THE F*&K is it such a F*&KING CHORE to find metric hardware and tools.

My hardware stores with the good metric selection - gone. Owner Retired. Every other hardware store in the area, tractor supply, whatever. Screw them. They have maybe a drawer with a very limited and usually SOLD OUT selection. Fastenall? Yeah they don't service walk in any more. Have to call and order and get it delivered a day or so later even though they are just up the road.

Why are we so DAMN BACKWARDS in this country. There is more stuff using metric then "standard." So why can't metric get equal space?

I want to support local stores. But what's the point if you can't find the stuff that you need. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/chair.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bs.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sheeplove.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif)

[peteinjp]

Tell ya what drives me nuts- when aftermarket suppliers make parts with imperial fasteners. I'm in Japan so metric stuff is everywhere but try and find an imperial wrench.......

Pete