Julius Vom Hofe Leonard Mills Model 44 Raised Pillar Fly Reel 8'6" The sections fit together tightly

The sections fit together tightly as they should with a 1/4" gap to allow for wear over time

The pocket cap is stamped "Thomas

An original Model 204 would have featured black tipping with the gold and purple tipping at the winding check and male ferrules

Leather draw-string pouch

Titanium spool flanges

Julius Vom Hofe Leonard Mills Model 44 Raised Pillar Fly Reel 8'6" The sections fit together tightlyFor sale here is an early Julius Vom Hofe Leonard Mills Model 44 raised pillar fly reel in excellent original condition. 2 5 8" diameter measured pillar to pillar. No cracks in the hard rubber side plates. Nickel silver foot and handle arm. Excellent click drag. The on off click switch works as intended. Full length foot! Another great raised pillar reel by one of the best!