Scotty has been designing and producing innovative fishing and marine products for more than 40 years. Over twenty-five years ago, Scotty recognized a need in the sportfishing industry and developed the first Scotty downrigger. Through the years, Scotty downriggers have become widely recognized and used by top guides and fisherman alike, all over the world. The Scotty name has become synonymous with downriggers and downrigger fishing.