Uh, No.
. . . the [Buck] 110's at Walmart are reputedly made there . . .
No, they're not.
The original classic models are still all made here in Post Falls, Idaho.
The 110, 112, 301, 102, 105, 119, 120, and so on and so on are all made here. Without exception.
Yes, they're cheap at WalMart. That's why I swing by WalMart every month or so and just buy another one and stash it. Yeah, the sheath is nylon and imported, but the knife itself is made right here in river city.
Yeah, there are several newer models, and variations on some older patterns -- but with new number designations -- that are made in China or Taiwan. I've got a few, and their quality is well regulated.
Please quash this "Buck 110 made in China" rumor.
If the price bothers you, just offer to pay another $20 for it at the register. That way you can feel like you're buying it from a higher-end sports chain store.