A 7 1/4" diameter cradle reel Marked "14/0" and "G299", with 5 1/2" spool width. A very scarce combination complete with its' marked nickel silver, threaded collar Gimbal butt cap and its' screw down locking 70" (including ferrule) six-sided marked rod. Fitted with 6 guides and tip-top. Marked hickory up locking collar butt cap. The reel sports a heavy click on tail plate and rim control throw-off lever. Three marked sliding oil caps, including one on the handle and two shoulder harness attachments. Light wear and mechanically sound an overall exceptional Very Good plus reel with a Very Good rod, with its tip-top off center by about a 1/4" and alligatoring throughout the varnish. A rare opportunity to acquire a vom Hofe cradle rod and reel combinatIon.