Orvis fly fishing and outdoor apparel

Founded in 1856 by Charles F. Orvis in Manchester, Vermont, Orvis is America's oldest mail-order retailer and a global leader in fly fishing and outdoor lifestyle gear. The brand began as a specialized fishing tackle manufacturer and famously patented the first modern vertical fly reel in 1874. Over the decades, it transitioned into a lifestyle brand, offering high-quality apparel, dog beds, and home goods alongside its core sporting equipment.

While Orvis continues to manufacture its high-end fly rods at its own rod shop in Manchester, Vermont, much of its textile, apparel, and accessory production is sourced globally from countries including Vietnam, China, and El Salvador. Despite its international reach, the company remains a family-owned enterprise, emphasizing conservation and sustainable sporting traditions. The Perkins family has owned and operated the corporation since 1965, maintaining its heritage as a Vermont-based institution.