Asolo Sasslong's from Sierra Trading Post - $139 with their sale. Normally was $199.
Have you got a link for these? I'd buy 2 pair just to have them. They are discontinued now but are great boots.
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/asolo-sasslong-gore-tex-backpacking-boots-waterproof-nubuck-for-men~p~83043/?filterString=mens-hiking-boots~d~360%2Fasolo~b~1120%2F&colorFamily=05
They email you the discount once you sign up. At the top of the page it tells you an additional 30% off. Great boots even at $199.00.
I love Danners and you are correct the China and the USA are not the same!