Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - rare size 3 1/2 3-Piece Stamped "3" on both frame

Stamped "3" on both frame and spool

and magenta while tip-top two lacks the magenta to be able to distinguish the tips

2 15/16" diameter

A powerful disc drag for stopping powerful ocean gamefish

The only signs of use I could find are some tiny marks from the reel foot on the screw lock seat and very minor soiling to the grip

Edward Vom Hofe Model 355 Peerless Fly Reel - rare size 3 1/2 3-Piece Stamped "3" on both frameFor 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