Are Penn Reels still made in the USA . My purchasing disision will be based on this .
316300
In a word. No. I just bought 2 Penns recently, both made in China. The workmanship on both seems ok and the reels are working fine. I use them for trolling and jigging from my kayak
263241
On one blade is stamped "China." I would doubt seriously if they'd make blades here and send them to China. If, for wherever reason, you want a Buck made in the US, buy the model 301 (pretty sure that's the correct number). Regards, George
1989298
If you look hard enough you MIGHT find one made in the USA. I looked for a couple weeks and then, bit the bullet. However, I was surprised that the blade was not marked as such and has held up to some pretty good beatings! I playing it by use I guess you could say. Would I buy another one, if the price is right :)
1920451
Hi Fisherman: The Opalescence you asked about is made in the "USA"!!!! As it should be..... Hope this helps. Patti
1908521
I wish I could help you but I really can't answer that. I can only recommend one way to determine if an item is made in the USA, is to find a tea kettle you like and read the description in it's entirety to determine if made in the USA. Hopefully someone else can help you with your question. Good Luck!
170178
I would not trust a rod for a reel this heavy that was more than 2 pieces. Ebay had a couple of rods for around $80 last time I looked. Stay with graphite instead of fiberglass.
1603422
BRAUN HIGH END RAZORS ARE NO LONGER MADE IN GERMANY. I've been a long time fan of their reliability, function, and craftsman ship but today i noticed how the 3 and 5 series were marked down 30 dollars. I originally thought it was because of the upcoming holiday season, and was applauded to find that ALL of the product components including the actual razor are now made in china and it clearly says - designed in germany for quality.They've lost a lifelong customer. It disgust me what americans / europeans are allowing to happen to happen to all of us inside of our own countries.
73563
I think china I'm pretty sure that I thought it was crazy. German steel, American angler,, made in China
1925644
The quick answer is yes. The caveat is the spools are expensive, relatively speaking. To see some current prices, I've enclosed a hyperlink to a tackle shop so you can get an idea of the costs associated with replacing/repairing parts. Good luck! http://store.scottsbt.com/PennParts/ReelSpecs/PennJigmaster.aspx
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I would like to add....none of the tools say where they were made. Usually you will find it stamped into the tool or someplace on it. Not with these tools. You're left to wonder! No doubt if they were made in the USA it would be proudly stamped into the metal.
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I dont believe this model is made anymore at all. They were made in Ellenville, Ny in the early eighties. I did the " edgesaver " line- cutting notches. These are fairly rare new old stock. Very high quality and made with pride. Special steel was used on this series 5,6, and 7. MA stood for mighty angler, and they came in a " Lure utility tray " reclosing package . The 5 was a 5 1/2 inch blade, 7" closed. It featured treated oak handles and stainless bolsters. Ive got an Ma 5 with the original packaging as a memento.
1525725
They are NOT marked with a "made in" country. I suspect they are not made in the USA. I they were, marking a tool with that would surely help sales in the US.
73564
I think chinaI'm pretty sure that I thought it was crazy. German steel, American angler,, made in China
2012986
Good question I'll check when I get home, but this shouldnt be a deciding factor when buying items such as this.. It makes no difference where it is made as in the end the money ends up back to the named company. Stanton is getting the money, not China.
2018662
I have never used the reel you mentioned. When I bought my reel, I was aware of the quality of Penn reels and wanted a line counter to be more accurate to get to the depths needed to be where the fish have been located on the sonar. I matched it with an Ugly Stick medium heavy at 6'8". I have had more bites and caught more fish with this combination than ever before. The "feel" of the Ugly Stick and the ability to get to the right depth for my use was incredible. The reel fit my needs for salmon fishing, mainly off charter boats at Westport, Washington. Roger
1988700
The answer is a big YES! I use it by Jones Beach Inlet by the Atlantic Ocean. Don't skimp on quality line, Penn Reels are the best.Keith Scudder
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They no longer say "made in usa" on the tool itself. I've read that they make them in china now.