n 1988, after significant upgrades to their automated tempering facilities and further expansion in the hook factory, Gamakatsu® Co. Ltd. opened Gamakatsu® International Co., Ltd. in Thailand and Gamakatsu® Shantou Co. Ltd. in China in 1989. Maybe like the other hook maker with the red hooks. I forget the name of the company. Been awhile when that happen. To me if it says China it can be junk! Not sure but makes sense.