Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - rare Size 3! 7'4" The reel was purchased new

The reel was purchased new in 2003

Wide drums

Rim diameter is 3 inches / Spool width: 1" (a bit wider than his current model) / Weight: 6 5/8 oz

The winding check is quite unique

line control

Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - rare Size 3! 7'4" The reel was purchased newFor sale here is a scarce early Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 fly reel Size 3. 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 construction, including the foot and spool. The hard rubber side plates are in good condition with one slight crack on the backplate. There are also a few chips