Made in China ?

[R_W_B]

R W B ever wonder why your laid off?

Actually I've been laid off many times in my life since my work has always been construction related. But this time is different, much longer and no other jobs available.

My job was not lost do to China though. Just the de-value of the American dollar and the fact that we (with big investor money from out of state) way over built in Florida. And then thanks to the hurricanes the homeowners insurance went sky high and folks stopped moving to Florida as fast and many left. Couple that with the criminal irresponsibility of the banking industry loaning money to folks that never should have qualified and then Bush used our tax money to bail the banks (criminals) back out, when folks defaulted on their loans, furthering the debt. The Made in China thing (as previously said) has been going on for many decades, it didn't just start in the last 10 yrs.

There have been (and still are) jobs being lost to outside countries though. And like I said all throughout this thread if you read it all ( it is kinda long and boring ) everyone is to blame not JUST the corporations who went overseas for parts and or labor. Unions got too big and too much power and made demands that made corporations go the cost of moving operations elsewhere. It cost corporations money to move, they would not have done it if they had faced less of a cost issue here. I'm not saying that we can complete with third world labor, I am saying when you doing good don't push the honeymoon into divorce. Pigs get fed and hogs get slaughtered.

We bailed out all of the car companies except FORD with our average wage earned taxes. And now Ford is facing the demands that is causing it to entertain offshore movement. Check the news, I'm not making this up. I'm all for everyone making all the money they can, but the product has got to move and sell to keep the jobs going. In my humble opinion the Unions have destroyed their ownselves with outrageous salaries and demands way beyond reason. So you asked, and I told you. Hope I didn't offend anyone, I value all of you as my friends but I have my own thoughts on matters that I will speak if asked or pushed, just the way I am.

 

[fin_676]

I was at a rally a few weeks ago and there were 2 dealers there selling their stuff in both places i liked a jacket in one dealer a £360 jacket reduced to £250 made in china in the other place a jacket for £275 made in Korea in any of the other stalls selling bike gear i could have bought similar jackets for between £49 and £75
I thought that a £200 mark up just because it said Harley Davidson on it was a wee bit too much i might have gone for £50 mark up but i kept the money securely in its place i think there is perhaps just a wee bit too much greed somewhere however some people will pay the high price just for the badge
I did buy a couple of badges for £8 each could have bought the same ones from the dealers stalls for a sale offer price of £19

Brian

 

[The Tourist]

If something is then marked "Made in China" you can vote with your wallet. I am personally seeing a condition which blurs that line.

In my profession it has been learned that China buys as much of the Japanese steel as they can. So much so that it is driving up the price. At present, Japan makes the best steel, in itself a slap to us.

In fact, many of the Japanese samurai sword makers have their blade blanks made in China. Like us, they are finding out that there is work that the Japanese do not wish to do. Making blade blanks is a sooty, hot, dangerous job over an antique forge. Google it.

Not many people realize this. They see a Japanese company has 'made' their sword (and they can be quite expensive) and since the samurai came from Japan the assumption is that such products are the real-deal. More correctly that product is "Assembled in Japan."

Myerchin is another example. Their best titanium handled knife has the pieces made in Germany. In like manner, the knife is assembled in China. On the last package I saw, there is a small label to that effect.

In seeking products, it is getting harder to make a corrrect decision.

 

[Bodeen]

If something is then marked "Made in China" you can vote with your wallet. I am personally seeing a condition which blurs that line.

In my profession it has been learned that China buys as much of the Japanese steel as they can. So much so that it is driving up the price. At present, Japan makes the best steel, in itself a slap to us.

In fact, many of the Japanese samurai sword makers have their blade blanks made in China. Like us, they are finding out that there is work that the Japanese do not wish to do. Making blade blanks is a sooty, hot, dangerous job over an antique forge. Google it.

Not many people realize this. They see a Japanese company has 'made' their sword (and they can be quite expensive) and since the samurai came from Japan the assumption is that such products are the real-deal. More correctly that product is "Assembled in Japan."

Myerchin is another example. Their best titanium handled knife has the pieces made in Germany. In like manner, the knife is assembled in China. On the last package I saw, there is a small label to that effect.

In seeking products, it is getting harder to make a corrrect decision.

Here is an alternative and a great place to tour.

Randall Made Knives

Bodeen

 

[horizonchaser]

There has been a lot of discussion on things Made in China lately. I came across this email that was sent to me and I thought that I would share it with this forum. It is something to think about. Please forgive the somewhat scrambled way it is put together. I didn't do that, I am just pasting and copying it to our forum.
At least look for American made!
Christmas 2011 -- Birth of a New Tradition
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As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods
-- merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor. This year will be different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer an excuse ......that, at gift giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by American hands. Yes there is!

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It's time to think outside the box, people. Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, wrapped in Chinese produced wrapping paper?
Everyone -- yes EVERYONE gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local American hair salon or barber?
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Gym membership? It's appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.
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Who wouldn't appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, American owned detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates.

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Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plonking down the Benjamines on a Chinese made flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course.
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There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants -- all offering gift certificates. And, if your intended isn't the fancy eatery sort, what about a half dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint. Remember, folks this isn't about big National chains -- this is about supporting your home town Americans with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors open.
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How many people couldn't use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the American working guy?
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Thinking about a heartfelt gift for mom? Mom would LOVE the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.
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My computer could use a tune-up, and I KNOW I can find some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running.
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OK, you were looking for something more personal. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into scarves. They make jewelry, and pottery and beautiful wooden boxes.
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Plan your holiday outings at local, owner operated restaurants and leave your server a nice tip. And, how about going out to see a play or ballet at your hometown theatre.
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Musicians need love too, so find a venue showcasing local bands.
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Honestly, people, do you REALLY need to buy another ten thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a five dollar string of light, about fifty cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice BIG tip.
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You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering city. Christmas is now about caring about US, encouraging American small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back to us in ways we couldn't imagine. THIS is the new American Christmas. Spread the Christmas cheer!
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