I just found this thread and realize it's old, but i have to say I have this knife and think its well worth the $189 I paid for it, as matter of fact it's one of the few non Busse blades I have left! I have used and probally abused this knife and have been more then happy with it! The site clearly says they are made in Asia and as for the " Down Under '' " Outback " Marketing, so what? Thats just Marketing! What company dosen't ? I'm not looking to argue with anyone, but I def think this blade and company have been bashed by people who don't own or have tested this blade.