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Lever-operated brake

Patent drawing showing a fishing reel mounted on a rod, with a spoked bobbin wheel, a lever-and-spindle brake mechanism, and several small detail views of the friction plates, collar, nut, and spring components.

FISHING-REEL.James H. Mount · November 1, 1892

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