Conroy / Julius Vom Hofe "The Wells" Raised Pillar Trout Reel 8'10" “Aroner 7 1/2′ #3 DF

“Aroner 7 1/2′ #3 DF – Hunt Pattern” is labeled on the rod shaft

Comes with original bag and tube with L

The second spool is loaded with backing and WF6FS line also in used but good condition

including the West Hempstead stamping on the oil cap

6" (without pillars it is ~2

Conroy / Julius Vom Hofe "The Wells" Raised Pillar Trout Reel 8'10" “Aroner 7 1/2′ #3 DFFor 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