Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - size 3 1/2 8'3" Full wells taper measures 6"

Full wells taper measures 6" in length with slight soiling

even the screws

This copy by Paul Schmookler is a splendid one indeed

The rod is in near mint condition

Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - size 3 1/2 8'3" Full wells taper measures 6"For sale here is a scarce and early Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 fly reel Size 3 1 2 (2 3 8" diameter). Early 20th century reel owing to the model number on the reel foot (instituted at the turn of the century), and lack of a serial number (instituted in 1908). This model was later dubbed the "Peerless" in 1911; before it was known as the "Celebrated Trout and Bass Fly Reel". German silver construction, including the foot and spool. The hard rubber side