until the late 1990s, and became an Iconic brand featuring in Ian Fleming's, James Bond story and film Goldfinger. The Penfold Heart golf ball used and identified by 007 became an iconic brand in the world of golf. Following the policies of A.E Penfold manufacturing to high standards, after which the production of golf balls was out sourced to Korea. Nothing remains of the Bromford Lane factory which was sold for redevelopment. Penfold Golf Ltd, continues to market and distribute Penfold branded golf balls, gloves and clothing from its head office in Dudley. References External links Sporting goods manufacturers of the United Kingdom Golf equipment manufacturers 1927 establishments in the United Kingdom British companies established in 1927 Manufacturing companies of the United Kingdom Companies established in 1927