Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - rare size 3 1/2! 8'6" The original pierced smooth brass

The original pierced smooth brass foot is full length

Oxidized micro ferrules and oxidized guides

The Gus Pernack-made ferrules are size 16/64 with a perfect fit

The rod is totally fishable as is

5 fly reel in near mint condition

Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - rare size 3 1/2! 8'6" The original pierced smooth brassFor sale here is a scarce and very early Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 fly reel Size 3 1 2 (2 3 8" diameter). 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; before it was known as the "Celebrated Trout and Bass Fly Reel". The screw in the center of the counterbalance was also a very early feature on