I agree with your statement. Americans buy what they feel works the best. Maybe I should say Americans with any sense buy what they feel works the best. If someone outside the US makes a product that meets my criteria better then the US offerings you can bet my money is goin there. If it is in the US all the better as I do try to support the economy but it will not be the deciding factor unless all other things are equal.

I also chose a Searcy. Someone like Butch giving his word he will stand behind his rifles gives Searcy rifles a big plus in my book. And its in California.