Well, I tend to stay a bit pragmatic on this. The China Bucks are still putting money into Buck, and helping them to stay afloat in an extremely competitive product arena. Spyderco, and I believe Benchmade, also have Chinese, Taiwan, and Japan-built models, along with models still entirely made in USA.
Now, as to 'traditional' pocket knives, ala Grandpa's EDC, there are several companies making great USA-built product. Great Eastern (GEC), Queen(City), Canal-Street, Case, etc.
As to Swiss Army knives, I'm shocked that clones from Asia even exist when you can find genuines under $20-$30 or even less if used. Victorinox and Wenger folks, if it's not clear on the tang of the main blade, PASS IT UP.
Last edited by VictorLouis; 03-15-2014 at 08:43 PM.
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