This is a fish grip for a lifetime. It has been used, but it operates smoothly and there are no problems with its use. I will sell it to someone who will use it frequently. I used it for black bass, so it's only been used in freshwater. It's a valuable 15-pound model. The BogaGrip® MODEL 315 fish grip with a highly durable rubber grip. - Model: BogaGrip® MODEL 315 - Country of Manufacture: MADE IN U.S.A. - Handle Material: Rubber grip - Patent Number: U.S. PAT. NO. 4,556,811 Thank you for viewing.