Julius Vom Hofe Ebonite Rimmed Fly Reel (Size 3 1/2) AL Walker this is it

this is it

Original bag and tube included

12 cork blunt cigar grip shows some darkening from hand soiling

Flamed cane in 3 up node pattern

Surprisingly light for an 8'6" rod

Julius Vom Hofe Ebonite Rimmed Fly Reel (Size 3 1/2) AL Walker this is itFor sale here is a fine example of an ebonite rimmed fly reel made by Julius Vom Hofe. Size 3 1 2 with a diameter of 2 3 8", pillar length of 1" and weight of 4 1 4 oz. Excellent original condition. Features an early and rare "Read" head plate stamp for retailer "Wm. Read & Son" of Boston, MA. Read's were a sports outfitter dealing in a wide range of sporting goods, guns and fishing tackle. This reel's vintage is approximately early 1900's. On the