A loyal US Patriot
Indiana Fishing
Jan 27, 2023 18:27:33 #
Commander Bell
Loc: Lafayette Indiana
plumbob wrote:
Best of Luck Commander, it will most definitely will be a post that would be worth keeping an eye on.
That American Made by a fellow user here on the stage would raise some eyebrows.
That American Made by a fellow user here on the stage would raise some eyebrows.
Thanks 👍 will start the thread tomorrow.
Jan 27, 2023 18:31:06 #
Commander Bell wrote:
Look for the new thread to come out tomorrow. I'll be working security at Purdue University for Fox Sports covering Sunday's game. I'll be sitting at a desk checking credentials. In other words 10 hours of trying to stay awake.
Sounds good, I just sent two emails out that i previously mentioned. Still early yet on this thread. Timing on your next post is tricky too.
To early in the day EC time, it may get lost if there are a lot of threads posted. To late and us east cost boys might miss it because the sidewalks got rolled up early.
A noon - 3 posting seems will hit everybody at a good time when searching for something like what you are after.
Jan 27, 2023 18:53:05 #
Commander Bell wrote:
Native Americans would be fantastic, as I am one of them. I am 1/2 Seneca. Buying from my Native Cousins would be extra special.
When I was dating the woman, who would later become my wife, she told me her ancestors came over on the mayflower ( the Bradfords) I told her congratulations my ancestors were here to greet them.
When I was dating the woman, who would later become my wife, she told me her ancestors came over on the mayflower ( the Bradfords) I told her congratulations my ancestors were here to greet them.
That is very cool 😎 on my mother side I have a quarter blood line to Sitting Bull
Good 👍 luck 🍀 on your quest for indigenous made products
Jan 27, 2023 19:13:42 #
Commander Bell wrote:
Howdy all I'm a loyal US Patriot wanting to buy fi... (show quote)
I'll send you and PM and we'll see what happens. I have built rods for 50+ years but I'm pretty much retired. I build only if I want to. Kerry Hanson, who I think if in the same boat, will put me to shame. You might PM him.
Jan 27, 2023 19:52:54 #
flyguy wrote:
I'll send you and PM and we'll see what happens. I have built rods for 50+ years but I'm pretty much retired. I build only if I want to. Kerry Hanson, who I think if in the same boat, will put me to shame. You might PM him.
Are the blanks you and Kerry get made in US?
Jan 28, 2023 07:19:41 #
I'm arriving a bit late on this topic, but when it comes to numerous fishing related items, you might consider the "second hand" market too. I realize that this approach does not help with the current labor force earning a fresh income, but at least you know that the items were made in USA at a time in the past. I purchase a fair amount of tackle (lures) on E-Bay that I know have USA origins. Lures like the Helin Flatfish, Fred Arbogast (Hula poppers), Lazy Ike and Heddon all come to mind right away. There are many others if one takes a moment to ponder.
Jumping back to present times, with regard to lures, here are a few that quickly come to mind in Michigan:
1. Missionlures.com - a start up company right where I live in Traverse City, MI, founded by a couple of young fisherman working out of their garage. They make jigs for deep water vertical applications. There are a ton of this style on the market, but since they make them in my "backyard" I'll be using them.
2. Bugeyefly.com - Located in Munising, MI. Also known as Deathwish Lures. These are trolling flies for salmon and trout for the most part.
3. Catchmorefish.com - Silver Streak lures from Wolverine Tackle Co. located in Orchard Lake, MI. These are trolling spoons sized for numerous species.
4. Moonshinelures.com - Moonshine has a fairly broad product line, primarily dealing with trolling spoons. They are located in Perkins, MI.
5. Dreamweaverlures.com - Dreamweaver Lure Co. located in Ludington, MI. They offer a broad range of Great Lakes styled trolling gear, including some very effective spoons for trolling.
6. Big Weenie Brand - Located in Grand Rapids, MI. Maker of a very productive trolling fly. I believe they are Veteran owned and operated as well. Bigweeniebrand.com for their website.
7. Rapture Trolling Flies - These guys started on their own a while back, and recently were acquired by Yakima Bait. am pretty sure they have stuck with the made in USA theme. I love their catch phrase..."taken in an instant".
rapturetrolling flies.org is their website.
The above Companies claim to be made in USA, and I am confident they do as much as possible in-house...but as others have mentioned, sometimes they do use parts that come from elsewhere. That seems to be the name of the game these days. These are just the tip of the iceberg, but will help springboard you forward on your quest!
I would be remiss not to mention the Eppinger Company, famous for their Daredevle's, and I believe they are still located in Dearborn, MI. Also...good 'ole Mepps, makers of fine in-line spinners for many decades...located in Antigo, WI. If you ever travel to Central Wisconsin to the town of Antigo, the folks at Mepps will give you a fabulous tour of their facility. You will be very impressed!
Much will depend on the type of fishing you tend to enjoy. I wish you the best of luck in assembling your fishing inventory. I am a huge advocate of buying USA products when possible, but will admit that not everything I own was made on this soil.
Jumping back to present times, with regard to lures, here are a few that quickly come to mind in Michigan:
1. Missionlures.com - a start up company right where I live in Traverse City, MI, founded by a couple of young fisherman working out of their garage. They make jigs for deep water vertical applications. There are a ton of this style on the market, but since they make them in my "backyard" I'll be using them.
2. Bugeyefly.com - Located in Munising, MI. Also known as Deathwish Lures. These are trolling flies for salmon and trout for the most part.
3. Catchmorefish.com - Silver Streak lures from Wolverine Tackle Co. located in Orchard Lake, MI. These are trolling spoons sized for numerous species.
4. Moonshinelures.com - Moonshine has a fairly broad product line, primarily dealing with trolling spoons. They are located in Perkins, MI.
5. Dreamweaverlures.com - Dreamweaver Lure Co. located in Ludington, MI. They offer a broad range of Great Lakes styled trolling gear, including some very effective spoons for trolling.
6. Big Weenie Brand - Located in Grand Rapids, MI. Maker of a very productive trolling fly. I believe they are Veteran owned and operated as well. Bigweeniebrand.com for their website.
7. Rapture Trolling Flies - These guys started on their own a while back, and recently were acquired by Yakima Bait. am pretty sure they have stuck with the made in USA theme. I love their catch phrase..."taken in an instant".
rapturetrolling flies.org is their website.
The above Companies claim to be made in USA, and I am confident they do as much as possible in-house...but as others have mentioned, sometimes they do use parts that come from elsewhere. That seems to be the name of the game these days. These are just the tip of the iceberg, but will help springboard you forward on your quest!
I would be remiss not to mention the Eppinger Company, famous for their Daredevle's, and I believe they are still located in Dearborn, MI. Also...good 'ole Mepps, makers of fine in-line spinners for many decades...located in Antigo, WI. If you ever travel to Central Wisconsin to the town of Antigo, the folks at Mepps will give you a fabulous tour of their facility. You will be very impressed!
Much will depend on the type of fishing you tend to enjoy. I wish you the best of luck in assembling your fishing inventory. I am a huge advocate of buying USA products when possible, but will admit that not everything I own was made on this soil.
This one is new to me and I will be trying them as soon as we get ice over deep water for lake trout and whitefish. Warm water jigging will have to wait until Spring!
A few of my favorite big water spoons and flies for salmon and trout in the Great Lakes.
These fly rigs are awesome, and have become my "go to" set ups for putting fish in the cooler while trolling!
Jan 28, 2023 08:37:40 #
Commander Bell
Loc: Lafayette Indiana
fishyaker wrote:
I'm arriving a bit late on this topic, but when it... (show quote)
Actually your spot on time a have been an emence help, as I was going to create a new thread later today. On new and used, made in USA, fishing equipment for sale.
I'm contemplating the wording as we speak. Errr ahhh text?
I've never been trolling or flyfishing, but would love to give them a try someday. My focus right now is teaching my grandchildren to fish. They are 6, 5 and 2. I'm showing them the way I started out, over 1/2 decade ago. Bank fishing with a pole, bobber and worm. As they get older and learn to swim we will venture out to the rivers.
Jan 28, 2023 09:11:31 #
I'm with you brother. Last year while attending the Indianapolis Boat Sport and Travel Show I ran across two vendors from Indiana that made fishing products. One made soft plastics ( I bought some from him) the other reels. Now I can't find their cards. I plan to go again this year. Hopefully they will both be there. If so I will get their cards and share the info.
Jan 28, 2023 11:23:23 #
kandydisbar
Loc: West Orange, NJ
fishyaker wrote:
I'm arriving a bit late on this topic, but when it... (show quote)
Great info, thanks!!
Jan 28, 2023 11:25:26 #
bapabear
Loc: Blaine, Washington
Commander Bell wrote:
Thanks Berkeley's Trilene line it is from now on. Good brand 😜 also.
If you are going with mono, the Berkley XL has been my choice for over 40 years. It has the lowest memory of any mono I have used.
Jan 28, 2023 13:53:02 #
Commander Bell wrote:
Howdy all I'm a loyal US Patriot wanting to buy fi... (show quote)
Commander, This can be a complicated subject, so it is a good idea to read some background info on the FTC / Federal Trade Commission website, to understand domestic content rules.
Another great place to get info, including explicit and implied advertising claims for Made in USA & Assembled in USA, is available at MAM, (the) Made in America Movement website.
Ownership of the company is another issue entirely. Some folks have issues with this item, and prefer to stay with the Mom & Pop companies that are not publicly owned and traded. Personally, it doesn't bother me too much who actually owns the particular company, as long as Americans are employed there. If a National emergency should occur, there are ways to nationalize foreign owned assets for our needs. Thank you for your patriot approach.
Jan 28, 2023 13:58:22 #
rhoadda1
Loc: Southwestern. Utah
Commander Bell wrote:
Howdy all I'm a loyal US Patriot wanting to buy fi... (show quote)
Most Falcon rods are made in America. I have several and love them. I too buy American-made over other brands whenever I can - but as others have said unfortunately it is hard to find real Made in USA products. I try never to buy Chinese products - they are not and have never been our friend.
Jan 28, 2023 14:23:45 #
Commander Bell wrote:
Actually your spot on time a have been an emence h... (show quote)
I sent you a PM.
Jan 28, 2023 15:08:00 #
flyguy wrote:
I sent you a PM.
He will most likely get back to you later Leo. Told me he had to work today.
Jan 28, 2023 16:57:24 #
Commander Bell wrote:
Actually your spot on time a have been an emence h... (show quote)
That is an admirable vision you are embarking on with grandchildren!Hat's off to you and I wish you great success!
I forgot another one of my Made in Michigan favorites called Bay DeNoc Tackle Company located in Gladstone, MI. They make the Swedish Pimple, Do-Jigger and Laker Taker for starters. I think they make some other odds and ends as well. Most for jigging/trolling...but you can cast and retrieve some of their lures as well!
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