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Message: <blockquote data-quote="FrankD" data-source="post: 3176233" data-attributes="member: 18544">I think I know what Jerry might be eluding to and it is an interesting point of discussion.The 8x30 model does have a striking similarity physically and in specs with the Nikon Monarch 7 and the Kite model (forget the name at the moment). My understanding was that both of those models were made by Kamakura but in a Chinese factory.So, the question then becomes whether or not "Made by Kamakura" really means "Made in Japan". The next logical question to follow would be "Does it matter if where the parts are made if Kamakura is supervising quality control?". Sort of reminds me of the Zeiss Terra situation.From what Steve commented I got the impression that the 45 mm model parts were made in Japan but assembled here in the US. Not sure if the same could be said for all models?Regardless, I have an 8x30 headed my way. Will report in when I get my hands on it.</blockquote>