Morehead City, NC — In a strategic move set to make waves across the saltwater fishing industry, a group of investors, led by Adrian Holler and Jack Baron, have officially joined forces to form an alliance known as Open Water Brands, LLC.

The brands—Clarkspoon, Sea Striker, Star Rods, GOT-CHA, Calcutta, Billfisher, Krok, Beach Runner, Contour, and Nungesser - each recognized for their individual legacies and contributions to saltwater angling, are combining their strengths to provide a unified approach to product availability, innovation, and development.

“This partnership represents more than a business move—it’s a shared vision for the future of these brands and the recreational fishing industry,” said Graig Zurn. Christian Bedsworth added- “Open Water Brands will be committed to preserving the legacy of many of these brands that Dick Henry, founder of Henry’s Tackle, developed and will build upon the long lasting and meaningful relationships that have defined these brands for decades.” Graig Zurn and Christian Bedsworth will run day to day operations as managing partners for Open Water Brands.

Open Water Brands will be expanding their team in the coming months positioning themselves to provide first class service in the tackle industry.

For more information please contact: info@openwaterbrands.com

About Open Water Brands, LLC
Open Water Brands, LLC brings together decades of combined experience in the saltwater fishing industry. By aligning their efforts and building upon its rich brand legacy in the fishing community, these brands aim to lead with innovation, and inspire the next generation of anglers.