Figure showing Tuna reel and the position of the thumb when using the 

 leather pad brake. The silver disk on the reel indicates the patent 

 brake to prevent overrunning during a rush. Above the reel seat is 

 seen the cork grip for the left hand 



Tuna or Tarpon reel, showing position of hands " waiting for the strike," 

 left hand grasping the upper cork grip, the right thumb pressing 

 gently upon the leather pad brake 



