Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel

Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly ReelFor sale here is a very rare first model Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 fly reel (before it was called the Restigouche model beginning circa 1911). In the late 1800s this size was designated as 5 0 (became 6 0 circa 1911). The reel is in excellent original condition. This reel carries the Sep 2, 1879 patent on the drag adjustment knob under the handle, as well as the Jan 23, 1883 patent mark for the sliding click drag. German silver safety bands and pair

We also have a spare spool available for this reel here

An excellent shadow boxed salmon fly tied by Jerome Molloy

The rod is in excellent+ condition

Comes with its original bag and canvas covered tube

6 "Salt" fly reel and two spare spools

a T&T signature feature

The rod remains in mint condition with the plastic shrinkwrap still on the grip

15 oz and the ferrules are size 16/64

Western or fishtail-style 5 1/2" grip with light soiling

Serial #3883 built by Paul Young

Small corner is missing from the back cover as shown in the second photo

The reel weighs 15