Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 8'5" Comes with its original suede

Comes with its original suede reel pouch

Good click but the spool rubs while winding

Rod is in like new condition

The rod is featured in Patrick Garner's wonderful book "Playing With Fire"

For sale here is a Wanigas "Au Sable" fiberglass rod in mint condition

Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 8'5" Comes with its original suedeFor 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