Edward Vom Hofe Model 504 Tobique Size 1/0 Fly Reel

Edward Vom Hofe Model 504 Tobique Size 1/0 Fly ReelFor sale here is a very rare special order Edward Vom Hofe fly reel, a Model 504 Tobique. Although the reel foot is stamped "1 0" and has the standard 3 1 8" diameter, this reel actually has a spool width of 1 3 8", similar to a standard size 2 0 reel. What also makes this reel possibly unique is the configuration of the back plate and drag design. Rather than being placed around the center pivot cap as with the standard Tobique and Restigouche reels,

Perfect mechanical condition

but one will be included with this sale and the other will be included with the Mark III

Scarce 1903 line guide

it has that "Ooooh

with the original tip and 2

but still functional

Serial number 4134 delivered in the mid-1970s

Small cigar grip

The spare spool appears to be in unused condition

Spanish cedar cap and ring seat

The rod shows signs of having been refinished and whoever did it knew what they were doing as the varnish overcoat was expertly done

The box features four oval-shaped windows at the edge of the box