In: "The Meteor Expedition," by F. Spiess, German Atlantic Expedition 1925-1927.
Winch drum - probably contained 10,000 meters of cable and other deck gear.
Plate 18. Library Call Number Q115.D45 1928.
Image ID: ship3017, Voyage To Inner Space - Exploring the Seas With NOAA Collect Photographer: Archival Photography by Steve Nicklas, NOS, NGS