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I hand cranked my Model A for 2 years in the 1960's when I was in high school...no money for a rebuilt starter.
It fired off every time, usually on the first pull, rain or shine.
Biggest tip is keeping your thumb on the same side as your fingers...do not wrap it around the crank handle.
Sometimes a curious few would ask me what I was doing and were just amazed that I could start the car that way. worked for me.