Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 10'6" Additional information from the current

Additional information from the current owner of this reel:

The cigar grip measures 5 1/2" in length with only the slightest evidence of handling

An Aroner 7'6" Hunt Pattern rod

Don't hesitate on this Garrison rod at this price

Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 10'6" Additional information from the currentFor sale here is a very rare first model Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 fly reel made for Colonel William Cutting of Pittsfield, Mass. Made in 1890 (before it was called the Restigouche model, which was coined circa 1911). In this time period, the model was referred to as the "Celebrated Salmon and Grilse Click Reel". In the late 1800s this size (4 3 8" diameter) was designated as 5 0 (became size 6 0 circa 1911). The reel is in excellent original