Politics aside, Chicom products are often inferior.Copying products and outright counterfeiting is rampant in everything from aircraft parts to medications.A quick giveaway are terms like 'military type' or 'style' in the surplus/camping catalogs,or subtle changes in spelling,ie. foton instead of photon. True G.I. issue will either state G.I. issue for used or unissued and MILSPEC for the same item produced for,but not purchased by the government.I always ask for nation of manufacture first. If i don't get a satisfactory answer I shop elsewhere.It took several blunders to convince me of finding reputable dealers.I don't even price compare anymore. I can't make fire with the spare change saved.<br><br>