Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - rare Size 3! 3-Piece The rod was purchased as

The rod was purchased as a blank from Steffen Bros

The majority of the original leaded finish (and lacquer) remains

The keeper is 1 flat right

Model number 2765 which is a 7 1/2 foot rod for a 5 weight line

Includes original bag and original tube with brass fittings

Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - rare Size 3! 3-Piece The rod was purchased asFor sale here is a scarce early Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 fly reel Size 3. 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. German silver construction, including the foot and spool. The hard rubber side plates are in good condition with one slight crack on the backplate. There are also a few chips