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 
