Gardner Tackle are justifiably proud of its metal work ever since they produced the first solid pointed banksticks back in 1981. All the metal products are manufactured in the Gardner Tackle factory in the U.K. from the highest quality Aluminium, Brass and Steel, coated with an Epoxy based protective paint and then baked at high temperatures to ensure durability. All fittings such as points, collars and tops are precision machined to strict tolerances for the perfect fit and alignment. In this day and age, with so much production moving to the Far East, it is nice to be able to control the quality and supply of products, reject faulty components at an early stage and ensure that no corners are cut during production. It is always a pleasure to hear about someone who has used a piece of kit for the last 20 years and it has withstood the test of time. Anglers can rest assured that they are buying the best that money can buy - after all, you don't want your gear to let you down when you need it most.