Salmon fly reel Model 413, size 4-0, serial no.H262 is marked on the foot, dating it to approx. 1915. 3 7/8" diameter, 1 5/8" spool width, limited production reel in aluminum and hard rubber. Single-action, "Jan 23, 1883" patent marked on sliding oil port end cap, "S" handle, safety bands on end plates, dual roller bars. Full-length German silver foot with two additional smaller holes (original to this reel). Landing large salmon was more difficult with the lack of a substantial drag, thus the production of this reel was very limited. Condition is Excellent plus, no noteworthy flaws and almost no indication of use with dark black shiny original uncleaned rubber end plates and clean metal components showing only the light patina that one would expect of a reel that has been sitting in a case its entire life. Comes with a correct fitting (likely original) Edward vom Hofe marked leather case in Ex. Condition. This is a rare offering of one of the most difficult EVH reels to find in equally as hard to find condition. A true collector's gem!