Edward Vom Hofe Restigouche Model 423 3/0 Marc Aroner Medium semi-parabolic action

Medium semi-parabolic action

In 1996 the rod was returned to Sam and the first owner's inscription was removed and signed by Sam and given a serial number

The rod is in excellent original condition

The cigar grip measures 5" with only mild soiling

There are some slight marks on the seat from reel feet

Edward Vom Hofe Restigouche Model 423 3/0 Marc Aroner Medium semi-parabolic actionFor 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