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Originally Posted by Frank Whiton
Hi Buonarroti,
Thanks for that very interesting post. I have to assume there will be a reduction in the price. This is a good indications as to what will happen to the American made Reels and Rods if we keep buying the overseas built items. I personally don't own any Reels or Rods made from overseas nor do I intend to buy any.
Frank
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Since we have English reels in stock, we have both on the US price list. The British reels range from 695 to 859 for the 9/10. The new Angel II starts at 385 and the 9/10 tops at at 630$. we do offer the II in a 11/12 for 670. As you can see the savings is substantial for a nicer reel. In the case of Hardy you have to realize that British labor is higher the US labor and the exchange rate is almost 3 to 1. I don't think Hardy had much choice but to follow the route that Sage and Orvis have already done.