Julius Vom Hofe Leonard Mills Model 44 Raised Pillar Fly Reel Salmon and Steelhead Rods The ferrules are size 14/64

The ferrules are size 14/64 and the fit is perfect

Mechanically the reel remains in excellent condition with a good click and strong enough spring to prevent spool overrun

Blued cap and ring reel seat with a cherry burl wood spacer

so the drag is very smooth and very strong when called upon

Julius Vom Hofe Leonard Mills Model 44 Raised Pillar Fly Reel Salmon and Steelhead Rods The ferrules are size 14/64For sale here is an early Julius Vom Hofe Leonard Mills Model 44 raised pillar fly reel in excellent original condition. 2 5 8" diameter measured pillar to pillar. No cracks in the hard rubber side plates. Nickel silver foot and handle arm. Excellent click drag. The on off click switch works as intended. Full length foot! Another great raised pillar reel by one of the best!