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PAL Now Under the PEETZ House of Tackle: A Historical Perspective

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August 18, 2025
Listen in to the DEEP DIVE discusion of this topic. The landscape of fishing tackle and lure manufacturing on the West Coast has a rich history, intertwined with pioneering entrepreneurs and resilient businesses that have left an indelible mark on the community. Among these storied enterprises are PEETZ, renowned for its iconic Canada’s ORIGINAL Knuckle-Buster Salmon Trolling Reels and classic

KIKO Lures for Salmon

The Salmon Salmon are considered the ultimate game fish because of their tremendous power, speed and stamina. These traits are present because salmon are anadromous, meaning they spend their adult life at sea and swim long distance to return to their freshwater spawning grounds. During this trek, salmon often vault

Why pick Red?

Enquiring Anglers want to know… What are they talking about? Listen in

A love for fishing, a respect for tradition…

June 15, 2025
Working as an artisan fishing lure and reel maker is more than just a craft, it’s a heartfelt expression of passion, tradition, and dedication. For Robert, one of the newest owners of this historic 100 year old brand, PEETZ represents more than a business; it embodies a legacy of craftsmanship

Discover PEETZ: Legendary Canadian Salmon Reel

June 3, 2025
Hey there, anglers! If you’re into fishing and love gear with a story, you’ve gotta hear about PEETZ – Canada’s oldest continuously made salmon reel. Since 1925, this reel has been handcrafted in Victoria, British Columbia, and it’s more than just a tool – it’s a piece of history. What

Releasing fish

May 31, 2025
A few general suggestions to help in the process of releasing freshwater species. These or similar tactics can be helpful in saltwater senarios also. In the past, most fishers kept everything they caught; now times have changed. Because of the pressure on most bodies of water, catch and release fishing

About PEETZ

Boris Peetz is credited with the innovation of the first PEETZ reel, which likely began its commercial journey in 1924. This was a notable year not only for the introduction of the reel but also for the completion of the Johnson Street Bridge, a significant landmark. The PEETZ reel has since become a respected name in fishing equipment, symbolizing quality and craftsmanship in the angling community.

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PEETZ Canada: A Century of Craftsmanship and Angling Legacy – Special Notice I. Executive Summary PEETZ Canada, celebrating its 100th anniversary in
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