Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Fly Reel - Size 6/0 8'10" The seat and butt cap

The seat and butt cap remain free of wear

Capacity is WF7+50yds

materials properties

screw lock reel seat with a wood spacer and classic bakelite screw thread and butt cap

Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Fly Reel - Size 6/0 8'10" The seat and butt capFor sale here is an early model Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 fly reel (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". The reel is in excellent original condition with no cracks in the hard rubber. This reel carries the Sep 2, 1879 patent on the drag adjustment knob under the handle arm, as well as the Jan 23, 1883 patent mark for