American flag

Most homes in our neighborhood have American flags flying, although there are some other nations represented as well. There is no peer pressure to fly them or not, and there is a wide variety of sizes and degrees of quality. Historically I have always opted to buy my flags from one of the handful of companies that make them entirely in America, they are pricey but made of quality materials. But once they are on the flagpole no one can see if the stars are embroidered or each row of the stripes is individually stitched and guess what, because our climate around here is a bit harsh they only last a year – two at most. Right now I am in the process of selling my home, my good flag is in storage and I just wanted something quick so I ordered this. I did so fully aware of what I was getting and that is the first and maybe most important thing to know if you are flag shopping, that many people have unrealistic expectations. FIRST IMPRESSIONS It arrived in a vacuum sealed bag about twelve inches square and as thick as a pancake, when I took it out it was wrinkled of course so I soaked it in water for a few minutes then put it in the dryer for a short cycle. The good news is that the water was clear after I soaked the flag, so the colors didn’t run. The next impression is that this is so thin it is actually almost see-through, that’s something I’m not used to but in a second I’ll let you know if it matters and why that actually may be a good thing. Otherwise it was the proper size, the grommets are brass and well attached and the stitching is even. THINGS TO KNOW Start by putting your finger on the part of the page that says this thing costs under eight bucks. As with anything you get what you pay for, which to me throws out any complaints about it not lasting ten years. This to me would be best suited as an indoor flag or one that is only flown on nice days. With care this could last a while but remember, it’s eight bucks, know that it is not handmade by Betsy Ross. As far as being thin, read the comments some people post about their disappointment that those expensive flags just hang and droop and never flutter. The thicker the material the less likely is will flutter. If you like that effect you need to choose a thinner material flag and this one does really well in that respect. And as far as the stars being sewn on, once I put my flag on a pole I never see the difference. Realize that for the cheap cost this one has the colors printed on it, they say they use colorfast dyes. It will probably fade with time, if that bothers you, you will have to spend more but even those fade in my harsher climate. YES NO MAYBE The last hurdle, at least for me, is that I have never bought a flag that is not made in America, it just seems wrong to do that. I had to swallow hard and be okay with the possibility that this one is made in China and although I can accept that as my decision, what I have trouble accepting is that nowhere does this product disclose the point of origin. Their product page is otherwise surprisingly accurate and honest and not telling me where its made disappoints me, almost enough to take a star away but I didn’t because they never said otherwise either, so I have to come back to I got what I paid for and I am satisfied with it and that is the reason it is rated as it is.

Great quality for the low price. Colors are vivid and the light-weight material helps the flag flutter.

I like the flag I did not put it on a pole. I nailed it up on my wall pretty easy. The flag looks good. No loose strings, seems durable probably won’t fade easily. And it really looks good. It has nice and bright Colors. If I need to replace this, I’ll buy from the same place happy customer.

nice flag, reinforced edges hopefully it keeps it from fraying on the ends. Great price!

Good quality and price. Recommended. It looks lovely in my garden.

Good product

I'm an America first WANGHAF patriot so I love my flag! The flag is cheaply made and super thin and light but the colors are vibrant and it has metal rimmed holes to connect it. I didn't pay for a super nice flag so I am very happy with what I have for the money. This flag looks really good on my pole and because it's super light weight any breeze makes it fly nicely. I highly recommend this flag for the size, price and super lightweight flutter in the wind. The colors are vibrant. It looks fantastic. Buy it and represent your country proudly. America First! We don't care about any other place in the world until we get it right at home for once. Stay patriotic friends.

4th year we have ordered this flag. Great purchase and lasts the entire year in Illinois weather.