American Yard Products. They also make Husqvarna and a few others.
Honda
Husqvarna
John Deere makes their own lawn tractors(mowers) in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA.
MTD
John Deere manufactures their own products
AYP Makes Husqvarna and Craftsman tractors
Cub cadet is a division of international harvester.
Big box hardware stores often carry lawn garden tractors from big name companies. Home Depot carries John Deere and Ariens brand tractors. Sears carries Craftsman brand tractors. You could also try a local feed store or check the craiglist ads for used models.
They are made by MTD. I've been told that it is Polan Pro riding mower with an "upgraded" Honda engine.
2001 was the last year of production of lawn tractors.
a person
Depends entirely on which craftsman lawn mower you're referring to.