Rare Julius Vom Hofe Perforated Rim Trout Reel

Of the three listed sizes in the 1912 Julius Vom Hofe catalog, this size 3 example is smallest, with both the size 2 and size 1 being larger reels. This size #3 has a diameter of 2 3/8" and a 3/4" wide spool, with markings on the rear hard rubber plate that are clearly visible, reading "Julius Vom Hofe, Pat. Oct. 8, 89, Brooklyn, NY". While perforated rim trout reels from Julius were only offered for a few years, the German Silver and hard rubber is only found in a few catalogs dating from 1911 to 1913. This example is returning to auction after selling in the spring of 2008, after originally having been sold at an Oliver's auction decades ago. With a rear click switch, removable rear bearing cap with correct washer, screw heads that show only slight use and blemish free hard rubber, this remains one of the nicest size #3 examples ever to come to auction, and grades a solid Ex.