Our History

Hello, fellow fishing enthusiasts! Given you have landed on this page, let’s dive into the exciting journey of Black Marlin Australia, a company born out of a passion for offshore fishing.

Back in 1999, a group of mates joined forces with a shared love for the open sea. Yes that right, love of the deep blue sea and of course chasing bait balls to the ends of the shelf and back in search of the holly grail of fish. Our initial venture involved crafting game fishing chairs and fighting stations right here in Australia.

Fast forward to 2003, and Black Marlin faced a pivotal moment. During trade show demonstrations, we encountered a challenge: rod breakages while simulating a fight in our custom made fishing simulator on our game chairs. With our experience and friends within the industry we responded by creating our first line of big game fishing rods. These rods were initially crafted as tools for trade show circuits, showcasing our Aussie ingenuity in game chairs.

Here’s where the story takes an interesting turn. The interest in the rods we were utilising surpassed that of the game chairs we were actually showcasing. Recognizing the tides of change, we pivoted, focusing on crafting world-class offshore game fishing rods.

As the game chair industry ebbed away, we evolved into a boutique fishing tackle company. Our specialisation now rod design and custom builds for commercial fishing industry.

But the journey doesn’t stop here….

 

So, fellow anglers, whether you’re a seasoned offshore veteran or a rookie eager to cast your first line, we at Black Marlin Australia invite you to take a look at our gear and try them out for yourself.

As you navigate the open waters, please support and respect our waters and the Pelagics that bring us together.

Happy fishing, and may your reels sing that funky tune on your next outing.

 

Black Marlin Australia
Since 1999