Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 8'5" lack of an incised line

lack of an incised line connecting the spool perforations

and only one of two that were of large arbor design

writes in his book (pp

The handwriting matches another known Payne rod in our inventory with the same style script

The reels were then distributed by Norm Thompson

Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 8'5" lack of an incised lineFor 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