Which Fishing Reels are Made in the United States?

Which Fishing Reels are Made in the United States?

Fishing reels made in the United States are typically known for their high-quality craftsmanship, durability, and performance. While many brands have moved manufacturing overseas, several companies still produce reels domestically, either entirely or partially. Here's a list of fishing reel brands and specific models that are made in the USA:

 🎣 Fishing Reel Brands Made in the USA

1. Penn Fishing (Select Models)

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (with some production in other locations)
Notable USA-made models:

  • Penn Torque II
  • Penn International Series
  • Penn Z Series


 ✅ Note: Most Penn reels are now made in China, but these high-end models are still produced in the USA.

2. Accurate Fishing

Location: Corona, California
All reels are made in the USA

Notable models:

  • Valiant Series
  • Boss Series
  • ATD Platinum Series


 🔧 Known for: TwinDrag technology and premium saltwater reels.

3. Avet Reels

Location: Chatsworth, California
All Avet reels are made in the USA

Notable models:

  • SX, MX, JX, LX Series
  • EXW Series


🧩 Popular with: Offshore anglers and big game fishermen.

4. Tibor Reels

Location: Delray Beach, Florida
All reels are handcrafted in the USA

Notable models:

  • Tibor Signature Series
  • Tibor Everglades
  • Billy Pate Series


 🎯 Specialty: High-end fly reels for saltwater and freshwater.

5. Hatch Outdoors

Location: Vista, California
All reels are made in the USA

Notable models:

  • Finatic Gen 2
  • Iconic Series

🪰 Specialty: Premium fly reels with CNC-machined components.

6. Abel Reels

Location: Montrose, Colorado
All reels are made in the USA

Notable models:

  • Vaya
  • Super Series
  • TR and Rove Series

 🎨 Known for: Custom anodized designs and top-tier fly reel performance.

7. Ross Reels

Location: Montrose, Colorado (same parent company as Abel)
Made entirely in the USA

Notable models:

  • Evolution LTX
  • Animas Series

 🧵 Focus: Fly fishing reels known for smooth drag systems.

8. Seigler Reels

Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia
All reels made in the USA

Notable models:

  • SG (Small Game)
  • LG (Large Game)
  • MF (Fly Reel)

 💡 Unique feature: Lever drag reels with adjustable side plates.

 🧠 Things to Keep in Mind

Many companies assemble reels in the U.S. using some imported parts — always check the product label or contact the manufacturer if you want 100% U.S.-made.
U.S.-made reels are generally more expensive due to labor and manufacturing costs but offer superior craftsmanship and warranties.

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