Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 8'5" Good click but the spool

Good click but the spool rubs while winding

Medium fast to fast action

Comes with its original suede reel pouch

Classic Orvis aluminum down-locking reel seat with a removable butt cap and a removable 5 1/4" fighting butt

stainless steel rotary bent shaft and stainless steel stem

Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel 8'5" Good click but the spoolFor 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