I found this comment last night during my quest for a quality manual can opener. It seems that the Swing-a-Way opener that most everyone is familiar with moved their production to China in 2005. Where the USA made ones would last years, the China version is lucky to last six months. Same with other brands. Found an expensive USA model. It showed delivery in months.HankB wrote:I'll soon have to buy a new toaster, as the one I've got is acting up . . . someone PLEASE direct me to a four-slice model that's made in the USA, as even the "European" brands I've seen all seem to be "Made in China."
"There is still a toaster MADE IN THE USA. It's made by Star Mfg in MO, actually their toasters are made in TN. These are heavy duty restaurant quality units. Our 4 slice weighs about 20 lbs, so keep that in mind in terms of storage, lifting etc.
We have the ST04 model, which I think has been replaced with a newer model designation, but I checked with the rep today and she said they are still made in TN.
They can be repaired even at a restaurant repair facility if need be, you can actually buy parts for them as well! Imagine! Of course the bad news, they are not cheap.
I think the 2 slice model is around $350 and the 4 slice $550 online. We actually picked up ours used on ebay for about $150...
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Good Luck!!