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Crank-wound spring reel

Patent drawing of a fishing rod fitted with a casing containing a spring, gear train, alarm bell, and crank-operated reel, shown in perspective and in longitudinal and cross-sectional views.

AUTOMATIC FISHING DEVICE.George Cook · September 11, 1900

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