@ Vlabguy1:
Hey, way to go! Someone else who stands by their principles!
I've also been avoiding Chinese-made goods for years now. It takes some effort; most consumers don't bother. But I disagree enough with the Chinese government's (and many people's) utter disregard for human and animal rights; invasion of Tibet; policies regarding Taiwan; etc, to actively boycott their goods.
And I'm very, very surprised at the lemming-like thinking that afflicts Western economies. Greed. Apathy. Insanity...
BTW, if you're looking for a good SLR bag (as I was a few weeks ago), go for a Billingham (
www.billingham.co.uk). Expensive, but you get what you pay for: superb quality, functionality, reputation - and made in the UK!
Finally, why not contract out to Taiwan?
