FOR SALE -
Rare Julius vom Hofe B-OCEAN 12/0 big game reel, the largest reel made by Julius vom Hofe for big game fishing.
This fine example has 6 inch diameter Bakelite side-plates, a wonderful curvy handle, two sets of harness lugs, leather thumb drag, and a marked B-Ocean oiler cap on the rear side-plate.
The reel is in all original condition excellent- aesthetic condition showing only light wear and having serial number - 73 - stamped on the foot. Mechanically the reel is in excellent condition with a smooth drag, a strong clicker and a easy on/off free-spool.
William C. Boschen came up with the idea for the star drag and vom Hofe made it a reality. Vom Hofe's B-Ocean reel was the first reel offered commercially with a star drag. The B-Ocean was also the first reel with a star drag sold commercially in the 12/0 size. Scarce and historically important, these large Julius vom Hofe B-Ocean reels rarely come up for sale so here's your opportunity to own a piece of big game angling history.
Price - $4,500
FOR SALE - Julius vom Hofe B-Ocean 12/0 Reel
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FOR SALE - Julius vom Hofe B-Ocean 12/0 Reel
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http://www.AntiqueFishingReels.com
ORCA Charter Member "First Paid Member"
Honorary Life Member
"Reels As Big As Your Head" Always looking for BIG game reels and anything else that might go along.