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 size 1 0 Edward Vom Hofe Model 504 Tobique Salmon fly reel in good original condition. This reel was a special order whereby the spool spins in the opposite direction of the handle. This style is referenced in the Vom Hofe book on page 102. "The standard spool rotated in the same direction as the handle, exactly as does a single action reel. However, for anglers who preferred to fish the reel on top of a rod, the spool could be made

4 3/8” x 3 1/8” x 1 3/16”

and as smooth as the day it was made

Made in the 1950s/60s

The exquisite Tom Maxwell script remains clean and bold

The ferrules are size 15/64 and 10/64 with an excellent fit

Michael Sinclair performed the restoration

11 cork cigar grip

The rod features darkly tempered cane often seen on older Orvis rods with transparent deep rust colored wraps

semi-parabolic fiberglass fly rod

fly holder/dryer

The original ebonite handle spins freely

Diminutive cigar grip measuring 4 1/2" in length with moderate soiling and a bit of very light ridging