Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 - Size 6/0 Fly Reel 9'9" bright nickel silver up-locking sliding

bright nickel silver up-locking sliding band reel seat with handsome knurled edges

All cork reel seat with nickel silver die-stamped cap and ring

There are two areas of paint loss on the frame edge as can be seen in the photos

Western style grip with only light soiling and handling marks

Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 - Size 6/0 Fly Reel 9'9" bright nickel silver up-locking slidingFor sale here is a second model Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 salmon fly reel in excellent overall condition. This reel was made before it was officially coined the "Restigouche" model in approximately 1911. When this reel was made, the model was referred to as the "Celebrated Salmon and Grilse Click Reel". Size 6 0 4 1 4" diameter. This reel carries the Sep 2, 1879 patent on the drag adjustment disc under the handle, as well as the Jan 23, 1883 patent