Fig. 1 is a back view, and Fig. 2 a section, of a 4 1/2-in. reel for a fishing-rod. It would be cheaper to make the fittings, as to buy a single set would cost nearly as much as a reel. A pattern may be made of the back piece and handles, from which castings may be made. File the back piece, and drill the screw holes and the hole for the spindle. This should be made of a piece of 3/8 in. steel rod, turned down to 5/16 in. at the back and 1./4 in. diameter where it passes through the reel, the outer end being fitted with a nut as shown. The spindle should be riveted and brazed into the back plate. A brass ferrule is bored out to fit on the spindle to form a bearing for the reel, through which it is driven tightly, a little shellac varnish being used to give greater security. For the woodwork, procure some thoroughly dry walnut, cocus, or ebony, and turn it to the sizes shown on the drawings, accuracy in fitting being essential. The handles may be of ivory or metal, and the spiudles turned out of a piece of 3/16. iron wire, or a couple of No. 10 wood screws may be adapted for the purpose.

How To Make a Fishing Reel.