With a good reputable brand like API it wouldnt bother me a bit. Lots of the big manufacturers are getting thing made or at lest assembled overseas to cut cost, but still have very tight quality controls. API has alway been a good brand of treestand, I wouldnt worry about it for a second. Go hang that thing and get your first kill, good luck and dont forget to wear your safety harness. It doesnt matter how good of a stand it is you still need to wear one.