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Alnwick, England, became famous as the birthplace of this angling institution and the annual Hardy catalogue became the "bible" for all those who sought either knowledge of, or the best of fishing equipment itself - these catalogues have become very collectible items. The list of Hardy devotees is as long as it is impressive. No less that 10 Royal Warrants of appointment, including those of the late King George V and the last three Princes of Wales, have been awarded to Hardy during this last century. In 1967 Hardy Brothers (Alnwick) Limited became a wholly owned subsidiary of the Harris & Sheldon Group Ltd. A severe slump in the industry in the late 1970's eventually resulted in a three day week in 1983. This was the Company's nadir. In spite of the then difficult circumstances, the company survived, with its reputation intact and was the first to patent the graphite fly rod which surpassed fibreglass in performance. Greys Fishing In 1999 Hardy acquired the rod manufacturer Greys which had been founded in 1968 by Mr Grey when he left Hardy's employment. Hardy has developed the Greys brand such that it now includes the best value for money ranges of salmon and trout tackle available and top quality carp tackle. In 2004 the Company's name was changed from House of Hardy Ltd to Hardy & Greys Ltd better to reflect the diverse range of the Company's products. Hardy North America As of October 22nd Hardy North America offically opened the doors of their new warehouse service and distribution facility, where both Hardy & Greys products will be shipped to US dealers. In its central location of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Hardy North America has easy access to excellent logistic services to all of North America and dealers can expect an efficient and responsive service. Jim Murphy, President of Hardy North America, said; "The opening of the new Hardy North America facility represents the full confidence that Hardy has in the US market. We are thrilled to become full members of the world's largest fly rod market and look forward to delivering the world class products and services that have made Hardy famous during the last two centuries. We are great believers in the US market and our long term commitment will bring that message home". Experienced staff at the new warehouse include Sales Administration, Customer Services associates and Warehouse Personnel who will work together to maintain the world class service that Hardy has meant for over 150 years. The warehouse offices and showrooms measure nearly 15,000 square feet and fitted workspaces are designed specifically for the subsidiary. |
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"The Mark of Distinction" Only one company has it, and it must be frustrating for other
companies to realize that 50 years from now, there will still be only one company that
has earned it. Here at The Contented Angler we've been around long enough to
watch companies release fancy reels backed up by impressive advertising. It can be
temporarily successful if you only measure success by the "bottom line" but you never
reach the "mark"
Hardy quietly marches on to even higher standards. We'll see you in 50 years.
companies to realize that 50 years from now, there will still be only one company that
has earned it. Here at The Contented Angler we've been around long enough to
watch companies release fancy reels backed up by impressive advertising. It can be
temporarily successful if you only measure success by the "bottom line" but you never
reach the "mark"
Hardy quietly marches on to even higher standards. We'll see you in 50 years.