Albert and William Leaver received two patents for their fishing reel design. In the 1901 Chicago City Directory, Albert's occupation was listed as Tool and Die Maker and William's as a Machinist.
So they both had the skills and experience to invent and make this wonderful reel.
The LEAVER CASTING REEL, ca. 1905
The February 23, 1904 LEAVER Reel Patent
The February 7, 1905 LEAVER Reel Patent
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