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Free-running clutch

Patent drawing showing a cylindrical fishing reel with internal gears, a hollow shaft, spring casing, clutch mechanism, and brake assembly, along with cross-sectional views labeled Fig. 1 through Fig. 5.

FISHING-REEL.George H. Newell · December 17, 1895

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