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Simms Fishing Products Recalls Wading Staffs Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: September 8, 2010 Initiated: September 8, 2010 #10336

Product Description

The recalled product is a wading staff used to assist in wading rivers and streams. These staffs, offered in two sizes (52" & 56"), are sterling silver in color and are identified by Simms item numbers AWS101152 or AWS101156 (UPC numbers 94264-10102 or 94264-10103). The item number and UPC numbers can be found on the product hang tag attached to the staff at time of purchase. Affected wading staffs are visibly identifiable by a silver cable connector.

Reason for Recall

The wading staff can collapse posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Simms Fishing Products or an authorized dealer to receive a free replacement staff or a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled product is a wading staff used to assist in wading rivers and streams. These staffs, offered in two sizes (52" & 56"), are sterling silver in color and are identified by Simms item numbers AWS101152 or AWS101156 (UPC numbers 94264-10102 or 94264-10103). The item number and UPC numbers can be found on the product hang tag attached to the staff at time of purchase. Affected wading staffs are visibly identifiable by a silver cable connector.. Recalled by Simms Fishing Products, of Bozeman, Mont.. Units affected: About 3,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The wading staff can collapse posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Simms Fishing Products or an authorized dealer to receive a free replacement staff or a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 8, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10336.