AFTCO
US · 1958 · Fishing
Fishing apparel and offshore tackle from Santa Ana
Founded by J.C. Axelson to make roller guides, bought by the Shedd family in 1973 and still run by them. Introduced the first dedicated fishing shorts in 1989; the range now spans shirts, shorts, gloves and saltwater tackle.
- Ownership
- Family owned
- Status
- Trading
- Made
- Tackle at own plant in Santa Ana, California
- Offers
- club and race presence, deep provenance, generous returns, a kids range, a long warranty, a phone line, plain-language guides, extended sizes
- Activities
- Fishing