Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - early Size 1 7'5" Original and unmolested smooth alloy

Original and unmolested smooth alloy foot

Smooth brass foot is unaltered and measures 2 1/2"

Polishing the varnish or not will be a choice for the next owner

The rod comes with three tips

and a generously swelled butt

Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - early Size 1 7'5" Original and unmolested smooth alloyFor sale here is a scarce early Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Fly Reel Size 1. Late 19th century reel owing to the lack of model number on the reel foot (instituted at the turn of the century), or serial number (instituted in 1908). This model was later dubbed the "Peerless" in 1911. German silver hard rubber construction. The hard rubber side plates are in excellent condition with no cracks. Mechanically the reel remains in excellent condition. The oil