1936 Hand Cable Reel carcano This is a very rare

This is a very rare 5-line field phone exchange and it is in working condition

There are a few other things that could also make it difficult

These are fairly durable and will hold up to normal use just fine

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1936 Hand Cable Reel carcano This is a very rareGood cable reel. This was usually used for detonation wire or for cables to secure large antennas etc but many reenactors use them for field phone wire. This one turns freely. The wood is in good condition. The knob on the reel is stuck, which is common. It has some original paint and also surface rust.