[Leica] Portugal #2

[Frank Filippone]

Update from Reddotforum 
<https://www.reddotforum.com/content/2020/08/leica-introduces-made-in-portugal-m-lenses-at-lower-pricing/> - 
it seems that the new lenses will be available for sale only in the US - 
this is Leica's response to the recent 25% tax 
<https://leicarumors.com/2019/10/07/trumps-new-25-us-tax-on-european-products-includes-cameras-and-lenses-coming-from-germany-will-leica-gear-get-more-expensive-in-the-us.aspx/> introduced 
by President Trump:

    "The motivation behind this move is straightforward. Last year, the
    US Trade Representative imposed a 25% tariff on a wide range of
    European goods, including German-made optics. Leica instituted a
    small price increase to partially cover some of this additional
    expense. In an effort to mitigate this financial burden for US
    customers, Leica created a new production line in their existing
    Portugal facility. Apart from the “Made in Portugal” instead of
    “Made in Germany” engraving, the lenses are identical in design,
    manufacture and warranty."

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