Julius Vom Hofe - Fly Reel - Size 3 8'6" What I cannot figure out

What I cannot figure out is why the rods were limited to 200 while 300 reels were produced

Holden wrote what was for year considered the "bible"

Tan wraps with burgundy accents at ferrules

Made in 1987

Julius Vom Hofe - Fly Reel - Size 3 8'6" What I cannot figure outFor sale here is a good example of a Julius Vom Hofe Size 3 fly reel with somewhat rare spider washer. Reel is in good condition. The nickel silver plating on the brass shows some age and tarnish. I do not find any cracks in the rubber. The clicker is consistent but not as tight as some I've encountered. On off click switch works fine and the spool spins freely in the off mode.