Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel Vintage Fly Tackle. 6'6" The "Fye Box" was a

The "Fye Box" was a first of its kind hanging chest fly box originally designed in 1951 and pioneered the way for the Richardson chest fly box

A versatile all-around trout rod

but the check mechanism allows for right hand use as well

the rod is in good condition with some wear from honest fishing use but nothing major

The action is on the medium side of medium fast thanks in part to the swelled butt

Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 Early 5/0 Size Fly Reel Vintage Fly Tackle. 6'6" The "Fye Box" was aFor sale here is a very rare first model Edward Vom Hofe Model 423 fly reel (before it was called the Restigouche model beginning circa 1911). In the late 1800s this size was designated as 5 0 (became 6 0 circa 1911). The reel is in excellent original condition. This reel carries the Sep 2, 1879 patent on the drag adjustment knob under the handle, as well as the Jan 23, 1883 patent mark for the sliding click drag. German silver safety bands and pair