Yes, I'm aware of Primare and Thule. Elac as well.
Other than NHT, I've never owned American speakers. Just Italian [Sonus Faber] and British {ProAc].
Marco and I wear our Douchebag emblems with pride, so anyone can identify us at great distances.
Grisslehamn, if you find out how old we are, your impression of us will go down even more.