Eagle Claw: 100 years of American craftsmanship
More than a century ago, Andrew D McGill set out to create a better fly. The result heralded the development of the first Eagle Claw fish hook. Now, a century later, the American-made brand is a byword for quality and trusted hooks.
The immediate success of the Andrew D McGill‘s Wiltless Wing Fly all those years ago established an innovative approach that soon led to the creation of the Eagle Claw fish hook, a breakthrough that forever changed fishing and launched the brand as a leader in innovation, quality, and performance.
A century of dedication to anglers
A century later, much has changed… but one thing remains the same – Eagle Claw’s commitment to American manufacturing, its customers and the people behind the brand.
That dedication is stronger than ever, delivering premium, performance-driven tackle anglers can count on.
At 100 years strong, Eagle Claw isn’t slowing down. In the last five years, the company says it has improved every stage of hook manufacturing, including hook point production, forming, tempering and finishing, through state-of-the-art upgrades that set a new standard in precision and consistency.
Powered by American-made wire and modernised in Denver, Colorado – where it has its headquarters – its process honours tradition while driving the future of American-made fishhooks.
A legacy of American manufacturing
The McGill family’s commitment to American manufacturing and the anglers who rely on it spans generations. From Andrew D McGill’s vision to innovate, beginning with the Wiltless Wing Fly and lead to the revolutionary Eagle Claw hook, to his wife, Madeline McGill, who guided the company through growth while fostering a deep commitment to employee well-being.
Their son, Lee McGill, carried that legacy forward, blending his father’s passion for innovation with his mother’s dedication to the people behind the brand.
Today, that tradition continues with current chairman of the board, Drew McGill, Lee’s son, who leads Eagle Claw with a relentless focus on the future.
His vision ensures Eagle Claw remains the most modern hook manufacturer in the world, right here in the United States of America.
The company has built a legacy of reliability and performance across generations of anglers thanks to its family of well-known brands including Eagle Claw, Lazer Sharp, TroKar, Wright & McGill and Shappell.
As it celebrates 100 years, Eagle Claw stands at the crossroads of legacy and vision – still family owned, still American made and focused on forging the future of American-made fish hooks.
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