Misconceptions about MAKO guns.

[MAKO Spearguns]

Hey Guys and Gals,

As I take orders and speak with many of you on the telephone, it has come to my attention that a few people still have a misunderstanding about the source of our guns. The idea that our guns are simply “copies of Rabitech guns” which are being made in China IS NOT TRUE.

A recent post on Spearboard stated that we copied the Rabitech grips and produced them in China. This is not true!

I am sure it was an innocent mistake.
I am sure no harm was meant.
None the less, it is not true!

Again, I am sure that this has been an innocent mistake, but it is important that from this point forward, that we clear up any misconception in that regard.

As has been explained on our website and in prior posts, the facts are as follows:


MAKO railguns are NOT made in China.

Rabitech railguns are NOT made in China.

The railguns were designed and developed by engineer, Mr. Daniel Hu.

Mr. Daniel Hu then showed the railguns to Rabitech in SA. For obvious reasons, Rabitech liked what they saw and Daniel issued a license to Rabitech to sell his high quality railguns in South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.

Mr. Daniel Hu then issued a license to MAKO Spearguns, to sell these same high quality railguns in the USA.

With the exception of our closed muzzles, the only modifications Daniel made to these railguns were the Rabitech and MAKO logos which were added to the grips.

All MAKO and Rabitech railguns are produced and will continue to be produced at the same factory that has produced the guns since their entry into the market.

The relationship between MAKO Spearguns, Rabitech and the original manufacturer is very beneficial for all parties. Increased production has lowered manufacturing costs, resulting in the same high quality products at very affordable prices.

In closing, I wish to thank you for your time in allowing me to correct this innocent mistake.

We will continue to do everything in our power to demonstrate our commitment to our customers by providing the very best customer service.

Please take a moment to join our email list. We will soon be announcing the availability of the new grip for our Iconic Pro Railguns.

Dive safe,
Dano
http://www.makospearguns.com/mailing_list.php

[skidoo7297]

Dano is sincere and I mean it when I say his customer service is second to none. He has no hidden agendas. He only wants to offer great products to the spearo for a great price. Way to go Dano!!!!!!!!!!!

[ROCKHIND]

I second that.

Dano's Customer service is UNREAL!

I can personally attest to the level of customer service I have received from Dano himself. I ordered a slip tube shaft from Mako a few weeks back, by mistake I received a regular shaft. So, I send an email, I receive an email from Dano almost instantly. He says he will send the right shaft and refund the purchase price for my troubles! I of course refused this most gracious offer :bang:, but he did let me keep the other shaft.

I have since purchased an Iconic pro 100 w/ a reel, since I loved the Iconic 140 I first bought. OF course there is that other thing Dano, that had to be done....You know.

By the way Dano, Here is a photo of a very recent trip down to south Florida. First blood with the 100!

[ROCKHIND]

And I should also add that the guns and components are awesome!

B

[MAKO Spearguns]

Hey Guys,

Thanks a lot for the kind words of encouragement. I am glad you like our gear and our customer service. Actually, I don’t even call it customer service. I call it “buddy service”. I have so much in common with my customers I think of them as my buddies.

Just like most guys, I too would do anything for my buddies. And I know for a fact, my buddies would do anything for me. Call it a guy thing. Call it whatever you want. I don’t need to explain it to you guys. You guys know the drill. Anyway,,,thanks!



BTW Rockhind, nice HOGS! Can I add your photo to my website?



Dive safe,

dano

[ROCKHIND]

You sure can!!!! To bad I didn't think to have the gun in the pic.

[Hat-Nasty]

I just went out the website for the first time....you have a lot of great stuff there. I'm acutally gonna place an order today!

Sorry, not buying a gun. Can't buy a gun until I have seen it and held it. Do you have any dealers in or around Palm Beach yet?

And even more important; are you planning on donating any of your products to the prize tables for the SB tournements this year? (Classic, PBO, KLO)

[Scale Damage]

I just made an order from Mako and he is very fast to answer any questions and has very fast shipping. It's nice to know you can still get good customer service.

[MAKO Spearguns]

I just went out the website for the first time....you have a lot of great stuff there. I'm acutally gonna place an order today!

Sorry, not buying a gun. Can't buy a gun until I have seen it and held it. Do you have any dealers in or around Palm Beach yet?

And even more important; are you planning on donating any of your products to the prize tables for the SB tournements this year? (Classic, PBO, KLO)

Thanks! We have not yet established our retail network, but it is coming.

Yes, we will definitely be a major supporter of the Spear Wars tournament series, although we haven't decided exactly what gear will be on the table at each venue. You can however, be sure that a gun or two will be up for grabs!

Good luck with the tournaments!

[spearboy321]

One up on customer service from MAKO:

I placed an order a couple weeks ago and hadn't received it yet so I sent an email asking about it and went to my Small Craft class. He immediately sent me an email and called me to clear it up. I had accidentally put my home address instead of my school address but I was really impressed on how quickly he contacted me back. Thanks Dano!

Devin Dowdy

[yakfisher]

I bought a predator 90, weight belt, float line, and a mounted reel with line. Dano spent time on the phone with me explaining everything and then sent my order very quickly. I opened my package and found some nice freebies inside. I had some questions about the gun when I recieved it and sent Dano an email. He sent me his cell number in case I had to call him at closing time.
Dano patiently walked me through everything and treated me like I was his next door neighbor not some guy on the other side of the country.

The only other shop/dealer I have dealt with is Freedive Shop in Sacramento. They gave me very good service also.

I have no stake in Mako and their customer service/business practies will determine if they stay around. People have come on this board and said Mako is ripping off a design or their guns are cheap copies and all kinds of untrue statements. It doesn't matter if your talking about Mako or another spearo, to state something about them that you don't know for fact is wrong.

If people will say untrue stuff about Mako because they "thought it was true" or "they heard it" then you know they will do the same to you.

['o Cino]

I really like wood guns, but Dano's integrity and service is so superior, that I'm going to get a railgun for the quiver. If it works great, that's awesome, if not, the whole package is what counts.

The freebies are cool too, thanks Mako :)

[bk393]

I just bought an Iconic 130 from Dano. I was passing through town after hours on a WEEKEND and he opened up the shop and set me up on the spot. I haven't dealt with a company with that level of service in ANY industry.

As far as quality, everything I saw and put my hands on (which was just about everything on the shelves) was top notch. Even if the products WERE made in China (which they clearly are not), IDGARA because everything is as good or better than most of the crap available out there for twice the price. Functionality and price are my primary concerns when I buy anything - not what celebrity happens to be using whatever it is or how cool it makes me look to my dive buddies.

Dano, let me know when you can make it to Hatteras!

[marcospinto]

:thumps:I want to use my two new Makos this weekend !!!!!!!!!!! Where they are ???????????

[23six]

:thumps:I want to use my two new Makos this weekend !!!!!!!!!!! Where they are ???????????

Is there a backstory to this post or just stirring the pot?

[Turtleshagga]

The idea that our guns are simply “copies of Rabitech guns” which are being made in China IS NOT TRUE.
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MAKO railguns are NOT made in China.

Rabitech railguns are NOT made in China.

The railguns were designed and developed by engineer, Mr. Daniel Hu.



Where are they made?

[Louis Rossignol]

The gun Dano sent the Hell Divers for our rodeo, looks bad ass.

Thanks Dano.

[MAKO Spearguns]

Where are they made?

The guns are assembled in our facility in Virginia.

[MAKO Spearguns]

The gun Dano sent the Hell Divers for our rodeo, looks bad ass.

Thanks Dano.

:thumps::thumps::thumps:

[BigMako]

No spearguns yet, but I have ordered other items from Mako twice now. Both times the product was great, received on time or early and included an extra gift both times. Good Job!!!!

[FishDie]

The gun Dano sent the Hell Divers for our rodeo, looks bad ass.

Thanks Dano.

I have to say the same about the St. Pete Open. Whoever picks it from the prize table on August 16th will be one stoked diver.

Thank you Dano and Team Mako Spearguns!!

[grouperdude]

I just went out the website for the first time....you have a lot of great stuff there. I'm acutally gonna place an order today!

Sorry, not buying a gun. Can't buy a gun until I have seen it and held it. Do you have any dealers in or around Palm Beach yet?

And even more important; are you planning on donating any of your products to the prize tables for the SB tournements this year? (Classic, PBO, KLO)

scuba works has a one of there guns

[1shot2kills]

Hat-Nasty i own a 110 iconic pro,7.5 shaft with twin 16s...you're more than welcome to stop by and chek it out

[westpalmspearo]

i have pretty much any gun they make and anyone is welcome to come check em out

[Bill McIntyre]

Yesterday I received letter thanking me for doing business with them. All I've purchased is a stringer, and of course it was a form letter that went to everyone who had purchased something, but I thought it was a nice touch, and a nice contrast with some guys who find it hard to even answer an email inquiry or order.

[Scott Diego]

I have had nothing but great experiences with Mako.

Thanks again Dano.

[derekforreal]

Dano i wanna' see a carbon!

[woodpro1102]

HUGE ups to mako. I placed an order wednesday for a new gun and suit and got next day shipping to be sure it would be here for this weekend. Well, the next day I get a call from mako asking if they can downgrade my shipping option to save ME over $30 and still promised it would be here by this weekend. It's friday now, my package arrived here first thing this morning and all the products are better than I expected even the extras they threw in! Thanks alot guys, I meant to give you a call and personally thank you for the experience and the great products I just haven't been able to find the time yet today.

Alex Bewley

[fishhunta]

The guns are assembled in our facility in Virginia.

where are the components made?

[StoninEmTyler]

Thanks! We have not yet established our retail network, but it is coming.

Yes, we will definitely be a major supporter of the Spear Wars tournament series, although we haven't decided exactly what gear will be on the table at each venue. You can however, be sure that a gun or two will be up for grabs!

Good luck with the tournaments!

Just an idea... Dixie Divers in Deerfield Beach, FL... great people, who sell great products... They serve alot of people in South Florida... I bought 2 guns from them before I bought my MAKO.

[StoninEmTyler]

Dano i wanna' see a carbon!

Wow. Just thinking of a carbon MAKO makes me excited. :D

[StoninEmTyler]

Yesterday I received letter thanking me for doing business with them. All I've purchased is a stringer, and of course it was a form letter that went to everyone who had purchased something, but I thought it was a nice touch, and a nice contrast with some guys who find it hard to even answer an email inquiry or order.

I didn't get one.... :wtf:

[woodpro1102]

Wow. Just thinking of a carbon MAKO makes me excited. :D

Thats funny, I was thinking of that earlier and was going to email them and see if they have anything in the works.

[instrance]

Any news on the carbon gun?

[whydec]

Does anyone have a picture of their new handle?

[MAKO Spearguns]

A carbon gun is not in the immediate future. We had a photographer in the shop this week. Soon we will have pictures up and will be offering a number of new items.

Thanks for asking!

[Not John]

Ordered a new speargun from Mako a couple of weeks ago. It arrived quick and I finally got a chance to try it last week. The thing shoots like a laser and I couldn't be happier. Shot a 21" hog snapper the first time I pulled the trigger!

Oh, and thanks for the free gun condom/band sock, much appreciated. I'm sure I'll have this gun a while but I'm sure the next one I order will also be from Mako.

[2fishin2]

Do I get this correct, Mako only has aluminum barrels??

[1shot2kills]

for the moment YESSIR

[pablo]

I have never been able to determine where Mako guns are actually made. I know that the parts are assembled in Virginia. If not the Peoples Republic of China - Taiwan then? What's the big deal about saying where the parts are being imported from?

[westpalmspearo]

i heard they might be made on the moon.........whats it matter

[JimCuda]

I hope they are made in China, they have excellent manufacturing capabilities. Manufacturing there also means that they can sell them reasonably while making some money in the meantime.

In all seriousness, the Chinese will make the product as good or as poorly/cheaply as the customer wants. Unfortunately, most companies want cheap, so the "Made in China" stigma remains.

I have handled all of the gear, and the guns are at a minimum equivalent to other South African Railguns. I'm also a big fan of the upgraded line guide on the open muzzle.

P.S. I'm half chinese, so I just get a little irked. No offense taken, though.

[2fishin2]

I hope they are made in China, they have excellent manufacturing capabilities. Manufacturing there also means that they can sell them reasonably while making some money in the meantime.

In all seriousness, the Chinese will make the product as good or as poorly/cheaply as the customer wants. Unfortunately, most companies want cheap, so the "Made in China" stigma remains.

I have handled all of the gear, and the guns are at a minimum equivalent to other South African Railguns. I'm also a big fan of the upgraded line guide on the open muzzle.

P.S. I'm half chinese, so I just get a little irked. No offense taken, though.

Well I'm full American and you are half American and live in the United States. You're not part of a sleeper cell are ya? :p

With that said Chinese manufacturing is shit, period. Do you think anyone would by from that country if it wasnt so cheap. Hmmm let me answer that for you NO! I however, like buying products made in Chinese sweatshops by 8 year old girls working 12 hours a day however, the quality is inferior! :confused:

Now to get back to the topic at hand. I never knew Mako doesnt have carbon barrels. I was giving them a K-Mart reputation now I have downgrade it to a Dollar Store rep.

Oh yeah buy Aimrite. I do!

:cowboy:

[mepps1]

Well I'm full American and you are half American and live in the United States. You're not part of a sleeper cell are ya? :p

With that said Chinese manufacturing is shit, period. Do you think anyone would by from that country if it wasnt so cheap. Hmmm let me answer that for you NO! I however, like buying products made in Chinese sweatshops by 8 year old girls working 12 hours a day however, the quality is inferior! :confused:

Now to get back to the topic at hand. I never knew Mako doesnt have carbon barrels. I was giving them a K-Mart reputation now I have downgrade it to a Dollar Store rep.

Oh yeah buy Aimrite. I do!

:cowboy:

I own Aimrites myself. Great guns!

But your are an ass.

I don't know Rick personally, but given his reputation, I'd have to guess that he would prefer that you not recommend his gear while in the act of trashing other people and companies.

It makes me sick that people who have no appreciation for the tremendous amount of sweat, blood, and tears that go into building a successful business get such a rise out of tearing others down.

Grow up a little.

[CRH]

Thats all he does. No one listens to him. He always shows his ass. I am sure Rick loves him for it too.

+1 grow up

Aloha,
Chad

[2fishin2]

I just like stirring the pot! It gets stagnant in here sometimes. :D

:cowboy:

[MAKO Spearguns]

Our products are sourced from a number of different suppliers. Our guns are assembled in our facilities in Virginia. We do not feel compelled to provide more detailed information at this time.

...... I never knew Mako doesnt have carbon barrels. I was giving them a K-Mart reputation now I have downgrade it to a Dollar Store rep. ......


It appears that a number of members are growing weary of your juvenile attempts to denigrate the MAKO Brand. You will NOT GIVE US A REPUTATION!

Our REPUTATION has been, and will continue to be, EARNED each and every day by delivering quality products, adhering to ethical business practices and by providing superlative customer service. We are in control of our reputation, just as you are responsible for your own. The difference it seems, is that we care very much about ours.

Clearly your loyalty lies with Aimrite, however the incessant and superficial attacks on MAKO will do nothing to promote Aimrite. Your comments on this thread reinforce once again that you are unfamiliar with our product line and your stated goal of “giving us a reputation” is ridiculous. We are beginning to doubt that you’ve used ANY of our gear.

Apparently you feel that frivolous and unsubstantiated comments about our company are justified in order to simply liven up the conversation. We respectfully request that you reconsider your approach.

[polespearnfun]

when are you guys gonna get the new products up on the web?

[MAKO Spearguns]

The new information and photographs are being processed by our "web guy". We want it up as soon as possible.

[ny_er]

I have handled all of the gear, and the guns are at a minimum equivalent to other South African Railguns. I'm also a big fan of the upgraded line guide on the open muzzle.


yeah because the plastic line guides get chopped off by shark fins

Its kind of ironic that rabitech would sell the apex for close $400 and there was no question of the quality

then mako sell the identical gun as the iconic for like $250 and suddenly everyone thinks it might not be good

the psychology behind the way people perceive value vs price is amazing, and the the two products as far as I can tell are identical

I just ordered the new muzzle for my apex. I prefer the shark fins where the line attaches ahead of the end of the shaft, so this adjustment looks great

[2fishin2]

and hince the pot is stirred. :beer:

We all like what we like. I like AIMRITE and everybody else likes MAKO! AIMRITES cost more than MAKO. Many people purchase products based on price I however, purchase based on quality and review irregardless of price.

I have shot Rabi Techs and not MAKO. Basic designs are the same.

Chinese products and manufacturing. Unfortunately in today's world, we have no choice but to purchase Chinese products. They are everywhere.

Ok Ill quit in the manufactures column.

[MAKO Spearguns]

and hince the pot is stirred. :beer:
....

Chinese products and manufacturing. Unfortunately in today's world, we have no choice but to purchase Chinese products. They are everywhere.

Ok Ill quit in the manufactures column.


:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:If you had taken the time to read the very first post in this thread we attempted to make it very clear that our guns are not sourced from china.

[2fishin2]

:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:If you had taken the time to read the very first post in this thread we attempted to make it very clear that our guns are not sourced from china.

Ya know what, that is an A+ for MAKO and really like I said before we all have no choice but to purchase things from China. I know SA.

Without telling you how, I know MUCH about China that the public does not know :eek: and with that knowledge, it makes me not want to purchase their products even more

Tell you what any you MAKO owners want a challenge? Bring your guns and bodies to where I live Ill shoot your MAKO and you can shoot my AIMRITE. And Ill kick you butts with your own gun. :lol: :lol:

In the end, its the shooter and not the gun. :beer:

If I ever see any AIMRITE owners moving towards MAKO, then Ill be worried :rolleyes:

:cowboy:

[BreathlessSight]

Thats all he does. No one listens to him. He always shows his ass. I am sure Rick loves him for it too.

+1 grow up

Aloha,
Chad

Ah damn 2fishin2... He added a skill point to Grow up. You better cast some spell back to counter it. :eek:

[2fishin2]

Ah damn 2fishin2... He added a skill point to Grow up. You better cast some spell back to counter it. :eek:

Dude I was going to just ignore Chad and the MAKO stuff. Dont make me get out the Woodyisms. He's as big a fan of MAKO as I am of AIMRITE. So I have to give him some credit for sticking to his guns.

Anyways all he does is spear trash fish in cold,muddy ponds. He's just jealous he can't spear the big boys like you and me. :eek:

:cowboy:

[tuffstuff]

It makes me sick that people who have no appreciation for the tremendous amount of sweat, blood, and tears that go into building a successful business get such a rise out of tearing others down.


The customers for his product were already there...since the product he sells was out before his buisiness started. He just sold his guns cheaper and cut out the already established distributor (thats the part I didn't think was kosher). Other then that he sounds like a nice guy.:cowboy:

Oh and they probably can't copy the carbon barrels so that is why it is not in the near future lol.

[Griswold]

Tinman (Jeff) and I have been working with Dano on developing products for Mako for some time now. You guys bashing Mako have no clue what you are talking about or what is coming. Wait a little while, take a look at the new products, and then I'd love to hear what you think. I confident that Mako will be seen as a VERY innovative company soon.

Jeff and I have found Mako to be the perfect company to work with in bringing our ideas to market. It is taking a while because Dano, Jeff and myself are all far more concerned about getting it right than doing it quickly.

FWIW, I know of 4 countries (on 3 continents) where parts are being manufactured for just one of our new products and China isn't in the group.

[whydec]

I look forward to what is coming, and I'm not judgeing but whats up with the Dr. Zhivago
about where the parts are being manufactured. Does anyone have a picture of their new handle? I love the Mako stringer very nice! I hope a lightweight carbon reef gun is in the future.

[Tin Man]

I am confident that Mako will be seen as a VERY innovative company soon.

+1

Dano is working very hard to develop products that will differentiate Mako from other manufacturers. What I have enjoyed the most is that he isn't just interested in products that he can sell 10,000 of. Some of the projects that we've been tinkering with may in fact appeal to much smaller audiences with specific desires and needs. But if you are one of the guys in that small group, won't it be cool when someone makes the product that you've been waiting for?

[FISH911]

Tinman (Jeff) and I have been working with Dano on developing products for Mako for some time now. You guys bashing Mako have no clue what you are talking about or what is coming. Wait a little while, take a look at the new products, and then I'd love to hear what you think. I confident that Mako will be seen as a VERY innovative company soon.

Jeff and I have found Mako to be the perfect company to work with in bringing our ideas to market. It is taking a while because Dano, Jeff and myself are all far more concerned about getting it right than doing it quickly.

FWIW, I know of 4 countries (on 3 continents) where parts are being manufactured for just one of our new products and China isn't in the group.

+1

Dano is working very hard to develop products that will differentiate Mako from other manufacturers. What I have enjoyed the most is that he isn't just interested in products that he can sell 10,000 of. Some of the projects that we've been tinkering with may in fact appeal to much smaller audiences with specific desires and needs. But if you are one of the guys in that small group, won't it be cool when someone makes the product that you've been waiting for?

Knowing that you two are working with Dano ALREADY differentiates MAKO from all other manufacturers. Really looking forward to the future of MAKO; keep up the great work Dano and MAKO crew!!

[No Misses]

After reading this thread, including the crap from 2fishin2, I placed an order with Mako just to show my support.

Keep up the good work, and don't let some a'hole hiding behind a screen name get you down. The internet is full of them.

P.S. I own several different guns Riffe, Aimrite, Spearfishing Specialties, Rabitech.

[2fishin2]

I look forward to what is coming, and I'm not judgeing but whats up with the Dr. Zhivago
about where the parts are being manufactured. Does anyone have a picture of their new handle? I love the Mako stringer very nice! I hope a lightweight carbon reef gun is in the future.

Hey whydec ever need a new stringer call me ill make you one for free :eek:

:cowboy:

[2fishin2]

+1

Dano is working very hard to develop products that will differentiate Mako from other manufacturers. What I have enjoyed the most is that he isn't just interested in products that he can sell 10,000 of. Some of the projects that we've been tinkering with may in fact appeal to much smaller audiences with specific desires and needs. But if you are one of the guys in that small group, won't it be cool when someone makes the product that you've been waiting for?

If they get a carbon enclosed track euro Ill be waiting in line for that one. :D

:cowboy:

[Tin Man]

Ain't tellin.

[2fishin2]

Ain't tellin.

mmmmmm now im really interested....

:cowboy:

[JimCuda]

Well I'm full American and you are half American and live in the United States. You're not part of a sleeper cell are ya? :p

With that said Chinese manufacturing is shit, period. Do you think anyone would by from that country if it wasnt so cheap. Hmmm let me answer that for you NO! I however, like buying products made in Chinese sweatshops by 8 year old girls working 12 hours a day however, the quality is inferior! :confused:

Now to get back to the topic at hand. I never knew Mako doesnt have carbon barrels. I was giving them a K-Mart reputation now I have downgrade it to a Dollar Store rep.

Oh yeah buy Aimrite. I do!

:cowboy:

8 year old girls aren't the most efficient way to manufacture parts, they get tired too quickly and have to take bathroom breaks too often. That's the reason they aren't used in the labor force more.

The Chinese, like Hawaiians, make crappy and great stuff. It only makes you look stupid if you make sweeping generalities about either.

If the posts on this thread don't improve your opinion of Mako products, then you are delusional. Furthermore, I have an Aimrite Venom Carbon. If I were to need another gun, I'd seriously consider a Mako because it's easily the best bang for the buck.

[Aimrite]

G'day from Australia!

Jesus can't we all get along? :confused:

Spearo's are like football fans and manufacturers are like football teams! Put all of us manufacturers in a room and we get along just fine sort of like shaking hands after the game is over no matter who wins. Spearo's that are fans like to hang around after the game to "bash each other up" !

I love the fact that the folks in our sport are passionate about the gear they use, but at the end of the day it is still the indian that has to put the arrow on target. I always remind people if I were marooned on a deserted island and ANYONES gun floated unto shore I would be a very happy and fat spearo!

Dano, I for one give you a big thumbs up. :thumps: It seems to me you are providing a level of service that will be extended in our sport for many years to come.

Angela and I are in Australia and I am heading out to the Great Barrier Reef tomorrow for the next week to spearfishing. We will be back in Hawaii soon.

EVERYONE PLAY NICE< PLEASE!

[MAKO Spearguns]

Rick:

Thanks very much for your input. Hope that you enjoy the vacation and return with great memories and a couple of trip reports for us to enjoy. :beer::beer::beer::beer:

[atomic water]

G'day from Australia!

Jesus can't we all get along? :confused:

Spearo's are like football fans and manufacturers are like football teams! Put all of us manufacturers in a room and we get along just fine sort of like shaking hands after the game is over no matter who wins. Spearo's that are fans like to hang around after the game to "bash each other up" !

I love the fact that the folks in our sport are passionate about the gear they use, but at the end of the day it is still the indian that has to put the arrow on target. I always remind people if I were marooned on a deserted island and ANYONES gun floated unto shore I would be a very happy and fat spearo!

Dano, I for one give you a big thumbs up. :thumps: It seems to me you are providing a level of service that will be extended in our sport for many years to come.

Angela and I are in Australia and I am heading out to the Great Barrier Reef tomorrow for the next week to spearfishing. We will be back in Hawaii soon.

EVERYONE PLAY NICE< PLEASE!
Very well said!

[FeAr_ThE_SpEaR]

Just ordered a 100 predator. Excited to be using it soon!

[biggsy]

"Better to keep your mouth closed and be thought a fool than to open it and remove all doubt".

The guys at Mako are top notch in their customer service, their product and the support of the sport through various sponsorship endeavors. Dano is generous with not only his time but his products and I have found them to be a first class operation.

If you don't have anything nice to say, you really should take your drivel elsewhere.

[grouperdude]

Personally I am going to go for MAKO be for Aimrite now. Maybe 2fishin2 is secretly working for MAKO? After all hes turned me off to Aimrite. Im probably not the only one.

[2fishin2]

Personally I am going to go for MAKO be for Aimrite now. Maybe 2fishin2 is secretly working for MAKO? After all hes turned me off to Aimrite. Im probably not the only one.

Now I'm trying to be a nice guy and not say anything....and this show's up :(

I promised a couple guys I would play nice from now on....

I better :sleep: :sleep: :sleep: before I get in trouble. :rofl:

[monster slayer]

Where are Aimrite triggers and components produced at? Hawaii?

[ny_er]

Where are Aimrite triggers and components produced at? Hawaii?

Is the aimrite handle sold under the name merou also?

http://www.hammerheadwebstore.com/images/merou_handle.jpg?osCsid=43014492076726a220a316bf7c 592776

looks identical, to the aimrite

[seacrecher]

Some of the projects that we've been tinkering with may in fact appeal to much smaller audiences with specific desires and needs. But if you are one of the guys in that small group, won't it be cool when someone makes the product that you've been waiting for?

:toast:

[JimCuda]

Is the aimrite handle sold under the name merou also?

http://www.hammerheadwebstore.com/images/merou_handle.jpg?osCsid=43014492076726a220a316bf7c 592776

looks identical, to the aimrite

They are similar but not even close when side by side. Merou also has a different line release.

[FeAr_ThE_SpEaR]

Just received my gun in the mail!!! Can't wait to kill something with it!!

[bluesquids]

Dano was like family to me on the phone and via emails. Right up there with the best of them. Products are good and a great value. Nice to have another Spearo shop to spend my play money at.

[Akimbo]

All this discussion of where Mako components are manufactured become pretty academic once you read their warranty and policies. Here are a few selected quotes:

Store Policies & Warranty (http://makospearguns.com/store_policies.php)

Warranty
All Mako Spearguns (Railguns) include a 3 year no questions asked warranty. Even if your gun falls out of your truck while driving down the freeway, we will repair it or replace it at no charge. I don't care if the gun was run over by a baggage handler at the airport. I will repair it or replace it. You just pay for shipping. …

Satisfaction Guarantee
Here at MAKO Spearguns we want to make sure you are happy with your purchase. If for any reason you are not, please let us know!

From all reports I have heard or read, they meet or exceed their policies.

[Ethan kills]

Dano is the man. I ordered a gun last year and then bought another gun from somone else that gave me a deal I couldn't pass up. When I told Dano he let me return his gun for a refund less the prices of a weight belt and one of his 1 mm rashgaurd tops (which I used all summer) After about 10 dive the belt broke (probably through my own fault) Dano Overnighted me 2 more belts that were on my door step the next morning. I have still only used one, the other one is still in the box. I am about to order a little 75 soon here as well.

[PeterCorreale]

ive bought products from them and there customer service is as good as it gets.