Have you looked at the data on the WTO site?
https://westtexordnance.com/25-saw-cartridge-development/
I’m trying to decide what 25 cal to build on a short action and the 25 SAW is in the running for sure.
The Viper range are made in the Philippines and the only US made Vortex scope is the Razor HD AMG, the other Razor optics are Japanese.
But I see your point.
I don’t like supporting the Chinese trade but it’s not easy when ‘high end’ hunting clothing like Kuiu and First Lite are from there...