Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 8'5" when the varnish goes so

when the varnish goes so does the white ink on the rod

A classic box for larger dry flies

Robichaud #5 Traditional Trout fly reel with removable back cover

not as slow as many of Howell's tapers

published by Willmarth Tackle Company from Roosevelt

Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 8'5" when the varnish goes soFor 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