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Penn

PENN is Pure Fishing's saltwater-focused fishing-tackle brand, founded by reel maker Otto Henze in Philadelphia in 1932.

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01 / Buying facts

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Warranty & support

PENN's published US limited warranty covers products for one year from original purchase when bought from an authorised dealer and used under normal recreational conditions. Misuse, neglect, poor maintenance, modification and normal wear are excluded; service centres and consumer rights vary by country.

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History on record

1932 — Otto Henze founded PENN Fishing Tackle Manufacturing Company in Philadelphia

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02 / Company & ownership

Behind the brand.

PENN is Pure Fishing's saltwater-focused fishing-tackle brand, founded by reel maker Otto Henze in Philadelphia in 1932. Its main range covers reels, rods and rod-and-reel combinations. Shoppers should match reel size and drag, rod power/action and line/lure rating to the species and technique, and rinse and maintain saltwater equipment as directed.

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03 / Product guide

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What is still unknown?

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  • Company timeline
  • Design location
  • Manufacturing by product line
  • In-house and outsourced work

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