I need to know exactly what: "Made in USA or Imported" means. Does this mean I should cross my fingers for a "made in USA" version vs the "or imported" model? Lets just say I'm trying to support US jobs and our economy, I need to know exactly what: "Made in USA or Imported" means. Does this mean I should cross my fingers for a "made in USA" version vs the "or imported" model? ... » Read More I need to know exactly what: "Made in USA or Imported" means. Does this mean I should cross my fingers for a "made in USA" version vs the "or imported" model? Lets just say I'm trying to support US jobs and our economy, « Show Less
1722991
I doubt the country of mfr varies per item. The drill says US. The batteries are made in Japan. I bet the screwdriver bits are made in china. Its a quality kit, I use mine hard, since 2006, then It got stolen and I bought a new kit 2 years ago. I dont know what brand might be better.
1722992
Unfortunately, I've yet to find quality items from China, India among other places to limited here to go into. In the US people here still believe in quality essentials. When something says, "Made in USA," it literally can mean anything, such as I'm finding out. One part come from here, another comes from there, but it's always the flimsy pieces, you actually NEED, that when you take the time and effort to investigate, come from elsewhere and you're out the money you've invested.
1722993
Made in USA mean just what it states! It's made in the US. It does not mean that the products are made elsewhere and assembled in the US! "I HOPE". I am sorry to say that in this day & age I do not know what to believe.
1644863
I do not know, but I am just like u... I like to buy what made in the us or at least some other countries that can make goods. usually I buy something that made in China. I know that they might look as good as other, but soon or later I end up buy another one.
778597
normally I buy products that are made in the us. However, I bought this for my grandchild after time with him, and he learned what a robot looked like. so, I am not sure where it is from. If you usually buy made in the u.s.a. I would look further.
982340
I looked on my tool and in the paperwork...can't tell where made due to wear on the sticker, as I have used this great tool for a year. I recall it being made in China tho, and while that is irritating, not much choice anymore. It is a very high quality tool tho, better than most of the shtuff out of there.
607100
Thank you for your response. After I purchased I kicked myself because i did not check to see if they we're made in the US. It does matter America needs to buy within its own borders. Most things are made in CHINA!
38891
There is no marking which says "Made In The USA". Neither is there any markings which say "China". Being a "made in America" kind of guy, the quality of the item meets my expectations and leads me to believe that MAYBE it is American made! At least I would like to think so.
103916
I don't think ANYTHING IS MADE IN USA ANYMORE! that's the Problem about bad Fit! It seems as if EVERYTHING is made in China or Mexico Even the German made stove (Borsch) Is Made(PARTS) in Mexico! that's why Nothing Works! the Shoes made in China is 2 Small! they have Small Feet, in the US we have Bigger Feet! BRING BACK MADE IN USA! Please tell me if u find out different Which I know U won't because Amazon UK get Everything from China/Mexico also! We have Been S____________!
1379782
The first one I order from Amazon LLC and it was the official Tapco in the original packaging which is made in the USA. I then went back to get a second one, thought I would save money and order from another vendor thru Amazon to save shipping cost. I didn't read the fine print on the item description where it said made in China. When it arrived it was not a Tapco and came in a plain plastic bag and was a different design. It wasn't bad, but I like how the Tapco has a slight curve in the pad which rests better on your shoulder. Plus it is made in the USA. Long story short if chose to use a market place seller and the description states made in China it probably is made in China. The first one I order from Amazon LLC and it was the official Tapco in the original packaging which is made in the USA. I then went back to get a second one, thought I would save money and order from another vendor thru Amazon to save shipping cost. I didn't read the fine print on the item description where it said made in China. When it arrived it was not a Tapco and came in a plain plastic bag and was a different design. It wasn't bad, but I like how the Tapco has a slight curve in the pad which rests better on your shoulder. Plus it is made in the USA. Long story short if chose to use a... » Read More The first one I order from Amazon LLC and it was the official Tapco in the original packaging which is made in the USA. I then went back to get a second one, thought I would save money and order from another vendor thru Amazon to save shipping cost. I didn't read the fine print on the item description where it said made in China. When it arrived it was not a Tapco and came in a plain plastic bag and was a different design. It wasn't bad, but I like how the Tapco has a slight curve in the pad which rests better on your shoulder. Plus it is made in the USA. Long story short if chose to use a market place seller and the description states made in China it probably is made in China. « Show Less
1708911
What difference does that make? What you really mean is, was it made in China? If it was made in Germany or Sweden, you wouldn't have a problem with its country of origin.
1028667
The line is no longer made in Taiwan but now made exclusively in the US and have been for most of 2013. The Taiwan made models are old stock that is still being sold (but no longer produced). So you chances of getting and American made model is good. There are many saying that because they are made in the US the price has gone up. But I have been watching this line since before they switched production and the prices (here on Amazon at least) have remained fairly the same. Shop around, you can get the newer model for about the same prices as the older models.
927982
I wish I could tell you definitely "where it was made". I know from previous reviews I have written that when I find it was "Made in the USA", I make a point of mentioning that. With this product it did not seem to matter as it is the best thing out there for the needs that we have. Very nice quality, and so functional.
957550
I chatted with someone at the website, this was her answer; We have multiple manufacturers, so this can very from batch to batch where a product is coming from. ....... she said they have no way of knowing. So, for me, I'll move on to made in USA.
638266
According to my research, it just means it wasn't made in the US. I bought it and it works great.
1373305
The package says "Made in Japan". Made could mean assembled or manufactured, it does not always mean that it is assembled in Japan from all Japanese components by Japanese workers.
2235232
I would say no being that there is zero indication which is likely on purpose. It's likely made in China or it would say very clearly Made in USA like the others do.
290128
any difference? why should I get US version instead of import? (or vice versa)
437891
What is ever made in the USA anymore? Even if it was made in the USA, the raw parts would probably be from China. This question should never be asked lol