Edward Vom Hofe 423 rare first model salmon reel 5/0 7'5" It is very rare to

It is very rare to find a stamped original Mills Fairy in this condition which operates as smooth and as flawlessly as this one

Cigar grip with dual black rings over cork reel seat with stunning walnut accents

The ferrules are size 13/64 with a pleasing fit

all with double hooks in a red color

For sale here is a limited edition fly reel - #18 of only 30 made

Edward Vom Hofe 423 rare first model salmon reel 5/0 7'5" It is very rare toAn early Edward Vom Hofe 423 salmon reel, a first model "Celebrated Salmon and Grilse Click Reel" which would be later renamed the Restigouche within the Vom Hofe lineup in 1911. 4 3 8" diameter with a 1 3 4" spool width, this was a 5 0, which would, again, later be reclassified as a 6 0. It tips the scales at 19. 5 ounces. This has the first model drag requiring it to be preset with a pin. The reel is in remarkable condition for a manufacture date of