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Bayonet-lock end plate

Patent drawing of a fishing reel showing a circular end view with crank and gears, a longitudinal cross-section revealing the internal spool and brake mechanism, and an inner face view of the detachable end plate with ratchet and pawl.

FISHING-REEL.Ernest Holzmann · March 4, 1890

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