Desirable small No. 1 size 2 3/4" diameter ornate early Montague steel pivot bearing reel made for Edward vom Hofe. Comes with beautiful sculpted counter balanced "S" handle, rear mounted click switch, full length unaltered foot marked "1", wear compensating rear bearing cap, shouldered pillars and profuse knurling and ornamental machining throughout. Mechanical condition is Excellent and shows just some light usage wear rendering overall condition to about Excellent minus. This reel would certainly clean to a higher level if desired by the owner.