Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - size 3 1/2 7'9" 2-tip fly rod from Catskill

2-tip fly rod from Catskill maker Bob Taylor

This is the True Rotary Vise for the tier who turns out everything from tiny trout flies to feather duster size billfish offerings

Very high quality expertly-tied

strap-over rim tension controls

The rod weighs 2 1/8 oz

Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - size 3 1/2 7'9" 2-tip fly rod from CatskillFor sale here is a scarce and early Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 fly reel Size 3 1 2 (2 3 8" diameter). Early 20th century reel owing to the model number on the reel foot (instituted at the turn of the century), and lack of a serial number (instituted in 1908). This model was later dubbed the "Peerless" in 1911; before it was known as the "Celebrated Trout and Bass Fly Reel". German silver construction, including the foot and spool. The hard rubber side