The company is MEI. (U.S. domiciled) I find their quality to be comparable to the products coming from Montana, although I am quite certain some of you might not agree. Customer service has been great. In fact, I received a personal call from the owner upon placing an order just to say "thanks" and to review my preferences for how the bag was to be configured. I have no knowledge as to either how well their employees are compensated for their craft or how their wages compare with the wages received by employees at other firms.

About the only weakness I can offer is the company's web presence. Their website is very basic.