Big News From Denver Fly Fishing Retailer World Expo

Great news for fly fishers British company Sharpe’s today announces two significant deals which immediately propels the Scottish based group into a leading player in the global fly market. Originally established in 1920, Sharpe’s has undergone major surgery in recent years driven by a buy and build strategy orchestrated by their Chairman Gerry Metcalfe who celebrates 20 years in the industry this year.

Thomas & Thomas owned by Lon Deckard and recognised the world over as a manufacturer of the finest fly rods, has merged its operation with Sharpe’s to enable the sharing of distribution platforms in both Europe and North America. Lon welcomes the deal as a strategic success. “The need for consolidation is clear and this move will enable Thomas & Thomas to develop at a faster rate by allowing access to greater capital and marketing power.” Sharpe’s comprehensive range will now be distributed through the Greenfield site of Thomas & Thomas across North America.

“Abel reels need little introduction and with the development of salt water fly fishing their unique product gives a lifetime of reliability and quality. Steve and Gina Abel have built a business to be proud of and I am delighted that we have concluded a deal to buy the Abel Corporation with Steve being retained as a consultant to handle product development.” commented Metcalfe