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Old 07-04-2008, 10:24 AM
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Hi Pappy, I found this mechanism the same day I found the Army signal corps medal and i was hoping you could shed some light on what it might be? thanks!
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Old 07-04-2008, 10:42 AM
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Looks like the hammer for a alarm clock bell to me!
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Old 07-04-2008, 10:53 AM
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I'd say that you've got part of an old fishing reel.

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Old 07-04-2008, 10:53 AM
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Smile Fishing Reel Part?

Looks like one end of an old fishing reel to me. Similar to this one:



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Old 07-04-2008, 11:00 AM
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I was going to say an alarmclock piece but that fishing reel matches up perfectly.
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Old 07-04-2008, 11:11 AM
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Yep! That sure looks like it!
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Old 07-04-2008, 12:08 PM
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Well that is a unique find for sure. Good hunt, Beale.
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Hey thanks! I do believe you guys are right. Its been so long since ive fished with old gear that one just passed me by.. thanks again
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Old 07-04-2008, 02:15 PM
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I too would join the wagon and say fishing reel...Cool find Joker.........Buster,...
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I gotta say fishing reel too.
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