Is it irritating to have the "china" etched on it? Or does it really not make a difference?
1964141
personally i did not notice it at all, but this was purchased as a gift for a good friend of mine. Overall it is good enough of a replica to hang on the wall and appreciate (occasionally swing around) but nothing for a detail fanatic.
1964142
the "china" does not really make much of a difference. what's more irritating though is that the hilt is pretty weak and made of plastic. the end of the hilt where it connects to the blade has already started to crack almost like its going to chip off.
1964143
It's not to me but because it's really small and people r more impressed on the designs n the fact that ITS BLADE IS MADE OF METAL so no it's not. And really it's really small on the blade, it's hard to notice, so it's a great sword over all for the cost. Hope this helped :)
838656
I just checked mine. On the shank it is stamped "USA" then has some sort of ID number after that, DIRECTLY BELOW that, it is stamped "ROC" followed by a similar ID number. IMHO "ROC" could stand for "Republic of China". It also has a US Patent number stamped on the handle. That is all I can tell you about the tool origin markings, I still recommend this fun little tool!
433748
I did notice that neither the box nor the flatware pieces are marked either way. The piece that I am looking at is marked "R&B; Every Day Stainless China" - I was also confused when I received the flatware, but seeing China as the country of origin, I figured that that type of error was not unusual and had not been appropriately corrected by Reed & Barton. I do use this flatware a lot and it seems to be of good weight and quality. I have been assuming that it is 18/10, but don't know for sure. I really think that Reed & Barton itself should answer this question for all of the Amazon.Com customers.- I hope this answer is of some help. I did notice that neither the box nor the flatware pieces are marked either way. The piece that I am looking at is marked "R&B; Every Day Stainless China" - I was also confused when I received the flatware, but seeing China as the country of origin, I figured that that type of error was not unusual and had not been appropriately corrected by Reed & Barton. I do use this flatware a lot and it seems to be of good weight and quality. I have been assuming that it is 18/10, but don't know for sure. I really think that Reed & Barton itself should answer this question for all of the... » Read More I did notice that neither the box nor the flatware pieces are marked either way. The piece that I am looking at is marked "R&B; Every Day Stainless China" - I was also confused when I received the flatware, but seeing China as the country of origin, I figured that that type of error was not unusual and had not been appropriately corrected by Reed & Barton. I do use this flatware a lot and it seems to be of good weight and quality. I have been assuming that it is 18/10, but don't know for sure. I really think that Reed & Barton itself should answer this question for all of the Amazon.Com customers.- I hope this answer is of some help. « Show Less
397235
There was a little sticker (made in china I think) that was hard to remove. It's tiny and off-white, so you can probably still work around it.
1074886
surprisingly China and if the shovel had not had that sticker on the back I would have never guessed it due to the quality of construction. The shovel is definitely durable and worth it in my opinion. Good luck
1454581
There is a stamp on the bottom of the box that says "Made in PRC," despite the box blaring "Germany" in several places, so no doubt--CASO is capitalizing on the conflation of "Germany" with "excellence" (which is nothing but branding/marketing nonsense in the age of globalism) while being downright decpetive about the origin by pretending "Germany" is just part of the sub-title. Nevertheless, it IS an excellent grinder.
289413
I believe there was a sticker on the bottom which said China. Yes I too would have been happier if this old and valued friend of a firm made it in the USA but still give credit where credit is due, the item not only looks like it works but does in fact work very well indeed. In addition it looks great and I would not hesitate giving one as a gift. I have two and two more of the smaller edition of this item.
1638309
I agree, I do not like "made in China" either.I'm not sure where this guage is made( I'd guess China) but it seems reasonably accurate.I tested it against a known good source and it read wihin +or- 2 lbs. accurate.Not bad for a reasonably priced unit. But, I just wanted to check my source only, not to depend on it for a daily user!
1181101
CHINA is lightly printed up near the tongs and spoon. Logo REED&BARTON; 18/10 STAINLESS is imprinted deeper on the handle part.
1631902
Yeah you are right. It is imprinted and you can feel it to the touch. I personally don't mind it, but I could see why it could be annoying definitely.
1555547
As I recall, this was originally a German design, and during much of the last century, this model was US-made (my older unit has "Made In USA" proudly stamped on the metal badge on the front).If manufacturing has shifted to China, I would not be too concerned... the design is elegant and sturdy, and HB continues to market this as part of their Commercial line (with pricing to match). In fact, almost all parts are available for individual purchase from HB's website.
236968
for me it is not important it is the price and the quality, usa or canada can fool you, so be careful, it is a good quality china, yes china can be good like other person free world peace
1775494
It is not stamped on the knives and you have to have good eyesight to read it on the backs of the fork and spoon handles. Unless you were inspecting the handles, looking for "Made in China", it is just not an issue. This flatware is very nice quality and I enjoy using it.
1514754
It has a white sticker on it that says Pattented China. Nothing engraved in the plastic as to the place of manufacturing.
797459
Alas, I did get one with a logo buy it is faint. I would have preferred one without but it's etched in and doesn't stand out that much.
241973
The word China is right on the blade by the handle on the ones that I have seen from China. They can also have U.S. on the blade by the handle or on the handle itself.
1638311
I agree, I do not like "made in China" either. I'm not sure where this guage is made( I'd guess China) but it seems reasonably accurate. I tested it against a known good source and it read wihin +or- 2 lbs. accurate. Not bad for a reasonably priced unit. But, I just wanted to check my source only, not to depend on it for a daily user!