Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 8'6' For sale here is a

For sale here is a Hardy Perfect 3 1/8" diameter reel with 1905 check

Sealed drag mechanism

The reel foot is also a modern replacement without a serial number

"My schema flies are all about the structuring and restructuring of known forms

The rod is in original condition with the exception of both tips being down 1"

Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 8'6' For sale here is aFor 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