Edward Vom Hofe Restigouche Model 423 3/0

Edward Vom Hofe Restigouche Model 423 3/0For sale here is a very scarce and potentially unique Edward Vom Hofe trout fly reel. Purported to be made between 1875 and 1880, this early version of what became known as the Peerless model features hard rubber sideplates and rims, made prior to the next version in approximately 1880 that incorporated protective german silver bands to protect the hard rubber. It also features bolstered german silver pillars, while the pillars on earliest reels did

The protagonist explains that a 3oz

this one was made of solid brass and copper making it a much rarer vise as well as heavier and easier to tie on

A great balance of power and finesse

The original owner's name is professionally engraved into the headplate

The diameter of the reel is 2

The rod features a rich

For sale here is a 2 7/8" Hardy Perfect fly reel with Hardy's Duplicated MKII check mechanism with a non-engageable spare spring and pawl

Frame Diameter 2

with a labeled weight of 3 7/8 oz

weight 3 1/2 oz

Blunt cigar grip which is styled with the largest portion in the first third of the grip and which measures 10 corks

This one has a 2" OD