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 scarce size 1 0 Edward Vom Hofe Model 504 Tobique Salmon fly reel in excellent+ condition. This reel carries the May 20, 1902 patent date "Edward Vom Hofe Maker N. Y. " marked drag knob cover, and has a strong click and fully functional adjustable drag with bright red indicator dots. V345 serial number appears on the foot, dating the reel to 1939. German silver screws, pillars, rims, on off knob, handle arm threaded cap, handle arm

Darkly flamed/mottled cane

Fast action rod made for casting in slightly tight quarters and fighting/landing big fish

New patent pending snap-reverse system instantly reverses to left- or right-hand retrieve with the push of a button

1974 or 1975

Built in February of 2014

Set up for left hand retrieve but can be easily switched to right for a small fee

Left hand retrieve (reversible to right)

Halstead made all of Gillum's fittings

The reel comes with presumably its original leather case marked 4/0

Although the reel comes with a green 444 line I cannot find a single scratch or scuff to show any use

There is some patina on the rims and spool

Young Midge taper