Kentucky reel makers are considered to be one of the origins of reel making in America. A list of the 14 most well known of these reel makers is shown below.
- J.F. & B.F. Meek – Frankfort, KY
- B.F. Meek – Louisville, KY
- B.F. Meek & Sons – Louisville, KY
- Meek & Milam – Frankfort, KY
- B.C. Milam – Frankfort, KY
- B.C. Milam & Son – Frankfort, KY
- Blue Grass Reel Works – Louisville, KY
- J. Deally – Louisville, KY
- Frank Fullilove – Owenton, KY
- C. Gayle – Frankfort, KY
- Geo. W. Gayle – Frankfort, KY
- J.W. Hardman – Louisville, KY
- Granville Medley – Hopkinsville & Gracey, KY
- J.L. Sage – Frankfort, KY
- George Snyder (GS) – Paris, KY