Percy Wadham Isle of Wight - The Test 4 1/2" 8'5" For sale here is a

For sale here is a wonderful and early example of a Julius Vom Hofe german silver & hard rubber trout fly reel in the desirable size 3

The spool capacity is DT2 plus 20 yds of backing

but nothing requiring attention

These bench-made reels with aluminum rings were light champagne-gold anodized

downlocking anodized copper and gold reel seat

Percy Wadham Isle of Wight - The Test 4 1/2" 8'5" For sale here is aFor sale here is a Percy Wadham's Specialties Isle of Wight, The Test 4. 5" alloy trout fly reel, ivorine handle, ventilated face plate, deep drum core, brass spool release drag adjuster to backplate, 4 screw full length and straight brass foot with central hole, back fully stamped with maker's details. Auxiliary brake with ivory knob on rim. Excellent+ condition. No spool wobble. I'm fairly certain the reel is 1920's vintage.