Conroy / Julius Vom Hofe "The Wells" Raised Pillar Trout Reel 8'4" I made one rod for

I made one rod for myself

Transparent caramel wraps with bright guides

The two male ferrules are of slightly different design even though this is likely how Young built the rod originally

Weight is 3 3/4 oz

For sale here a Wright & McGill Granger Victory 8040 bamboo rod -- 8' 3/2 4-5wt line

Conroy / Julius Vom Hofe "The Wells" Raised Pillar Trout Reel 8'4" I made one rod forFor sale here is a very rare Julius Vom Hofe raised pillar fly reel retailed by Conroy's of New York, dubbed "The Wells" after Henry P. Wells who designed the reel. Circa 1889. Only 4 to 6 of these reels are thought to have been made. Aluminum construction. Stamped "Thos. J. Conroy N. Y." and "The Wells". 3" diameter (3 1 2" pillar to pillar), weighing 6 3 4 oz. The German silver reel foot is full length, un filed, in fine overall condition, and fits