What's the problem with "offshore" guitars? You can get an awful lot of bang for the buck. Well constructed and beautiful instruments are available as both Beer and John suggested. Don't buy anything because of what is said here or anywhere else. We all have ideas and can help with anecdotal info, but in the end its about you, the feel of the instrument in your hands and its sound.
Go play as many as you can. You may be not be spending $5000. but pretend that you are. Forget the brand or where it came from. Does it fit you? Is it comfortable in your hands and against your body? Once you isolate the 4 or 5 that are the best fit and the ones you like, take another picker along and have them play each with your back turned. If you don't have someone, perhaps the store guy can do it. You might be surprised.
There are about a bezillion threads around here on buying a guitar and different brands as well and some research on them can be very helpful. Over the years we've had the input of many fine pickers. Take a look at them as well as the replies you're getting here. But do your best to try before you buy.