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The Shakespeare Model 1950 Wondereel is a hallmark of mid-century American engineering, specifically designed to be "backlash-proof" for the everyday angler. This "FC" model (manufactured circa 1954-1955) features the iconic direct-drive system where the handle is geared directly to the spool, offering a tactile connection to the fish that modern reels can't replicate. Built with a rugged chrome-plated brass frame and strikingly marbled Bakelite side plates, it is as much a display piece as it is a functional tool. Whether you are completing a vintage tackle display or taking it out for some classic topwater bass fishing, this Wondereel is built to last another 70 years. Brand: Shakespeare (Kalamazoo, MI) Model: 1950 Wondereel Model Code: FC (1954 Production) Type: Direct Drive Level-Wind Baitcaster Materials: Chrome-plated brass frame with marbled Bakelite side plates