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Kromski Spinning Wheels and Accessories

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Coming in March 2010 - The Fantasia!

Fantasia Spinning Wheel from Kromski

The Fantasia

The newest in the Kromski collection. Yes, thoroughly modern in every aspect, but the concept and design are obviously Kromski. 

What is not obvious is a new-style single drive flyer design. The whorl is “changeable” for different speeds; to change bobbins, the front of the flyer simply pulls off - no drive band to deal with. Very fast bobbin change. The flyer also has sliding hooks. And both the flyer and the wheel spin on sealed ball bearings for a truly smooth feel.

The Fantasia is made of European alder and available in several wood and color combinations.

The Fantasia will arrive with the next container from Poland; sometime in March. We are taking orders today. Give us a call to reserve yours - 715-435-4494.

Additional specifications:

• wheel diameter - 18"; double treadle
• orifice height - 28"; size - 3/8"
• 3 bobbins; will fit all other Kromski wheels
• single drive with Scotch tension with interchangeable whorls; flyer has sliding hooks
• also includes threading hook, attached Lazy Kate and needlenose bottle of spinning wheel oil; uses an elastic drive band
• Ratios: 5 and 8 to 1. Additional whorls - 10 and 14:1, 18 and 20:1; whorls exchange very easily
• ball bearings on wheel axle and flyer
• wheel part is MDF or veneer MDF; available finished or unfinished 
• weight - 13.5 lbs.

It is available in the following configurations:

A. Unfinished wood and MDF wheel - ready for you to finish as you like.
B. Finished wood and veneer MDF wheel - walnut with clear wheel accent or clear with walnut wheel accent.


Prices:
Fantasia, unfinished wood and MDF wheel...$363.00
Fantasia, finished - clear wood and veneer with walnut accent on wheel... $478.00
Fantasia, finished - walnut wood and veneer with clear accent on wheel...$478.00

The Sonata

The Sonata Spinning Wheel from Kromski   Side view of the Sonata

Flyer on the Folding Sonata Spinning WheelThe Sonata, from the Kromskis of Poland, is a marriage between the classic architecture and design concepts shared with all other Kromski wheels and the functional needs of a wheel that folds. You get both.

It is a full-size spinning wheel that folds and packs away as a small package, making it perfect for traveling, guild and festival gatherings or simply storage when not in use

The Kromskis have put a lot of thought into the Sonata. Full-size yet small dimensions when folded, easy to set-up and take down, solid feel, solid footprint, plenty of foot room, easy treadling on double treadles, orifice at a comfortable height and classic looks. Spokes that draw your attention, every piece of wood with cuts, curves and character; this is an appealing spinning wheel that is a pleasure to use.

The Sonata, foldedOptional flyers can add to the total range of the Sonata. The Jumbo flyer offers lower ratios and a larger orifice - 0.7" - and the Faster flyer increases the ratio range up to  18:1. (final ratios for these flyers to be announced soon.) A custom-made, heavily padded bag offers you a convenient way to pack-up your Sonata for travel or storage.

Details:

• wheel diameter - 19"
• folded dimensions: 22" by 19"
• orifice height - 30", but can be raised as much as 2"; size - 3/8"
• bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included; will fit all other Kromski wheels
• single drive with Scotch tension
• also includes threading hook, attached Lazy Kate and bottle of spinning wheel oil;  uses an elastic drive band
• Ratios: 6.7, 12.5, 14 to 1;
The Sonata spinning wheel in its specially-made padded carry bag. • ball bearings on wheel crank; flyer bears are PETP TX, a modern, high strength material with excellent wear resistance, stability and excellent coefficient of friction in part because it incorporates a uniformly dispersed solid lubricant.
• weight - 11.5 lbs.

Available with a clear factory finish.

Prices:

Sonata, clear finish, with padded bag...$520.00  #179108

Sonata, other finishes (when available), with padded bag...$540.00  #179---



Click here for a pdf of assembly instructions.

 

Sonata Flyers

Sonata Options

Sonata Jumbo Flyer and 1 Jumbo bobbin; add range to your Sonata in terms of speed and type of yarn you can spin (and ply). Ratios of 5, 7.5 and 10 to 1. Orifice size: 0.7"...$83.00 (specify finish)

Clear Finish

Walnut Finish


 

Sonata Faster Flyer (uses regular bobbins); add more high-end range to your wheel with ratios of 12, 16 and 18 to 1...$54.00 (specify finish)

Clear Finish

Walnut Finish

 


The Prelude

Kromski Prelude Spinning Wheel

The newest spinning wheel from the Kromskis of Poland. The Prelude is just the wheel for beginners or perhaps a second Kromski wheel for others. It has the look of an antique wheel and the high degree of wood turning that the Kromskis are famous for, but it also has all the touches modern spinners expect.

The Prelude is a single-drive-only wheel; a first for the Kromskis. The good news here is that it uses the same bobbins as all the other Kromski wheels. This means that, as you consider adding a second or third Kromski wheel, you know your bobbins will work with all the different models.

The Prelude is easy to treadle, easy to transport, and has an 18" diameter wheel (same as the Kromski Minstrel) for excellent ratios. If you like, you can swivel the mother-of-all in line with the bench for a more compact "package" when moving the wheel or for storage.

The Prelude is made of European alder and birch. No Kromski wheel has any plastic parts and as such makes the perfect wheel for reenactors. 

Additional specifications:

• wheel diameter - 18"
• orifice height - 26"; size - 3/8"
• bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included -
• also includes threading hook, attached Lazy Kate, video and bottle of spinning wheel oil
• Ratios: 6, 10.5, and 13 to 1
• bearings on wheel shaft, bobbins; leather bearings on flyer
• weight - 9 lbs.
• in addition to a regular hemp drive band an elastic band will be included

This wheel comes boxed as a kit but goes together quickly. It is available unfinished or with a factory clear, walnut or mahogany finish that is exceptional (see a sample of the finishes further down this page). Also included is an optional elastic drive band (that is dyed to match the walnut or mahogany stain) which can make this wheel even more enjoyable.

Prices:

Prelude, unfinished - $349.00  #179082

Prelude, finished, clear - $399.00  #179126

Prelude, finished, walnut - $435.00  #179094

Prelude, finished, mahogany - $435.00  #179077

[see stain samples]

Folded Kromski Prelude Spinning Wheel

Shown with flyer folded in for travel.



The Symphony 

The Symphony Spinning Wheel From Kromski

Introducing the Symphony from the Kromskis.  Just the image you would expect a spinning wheel to take.  You can picture the "ladies in waiting" gathered together in the castle spinning as a group, all on the Symphony.

This wheel has the details spinners have come to expect with Kromski products - lots of finely turned wood, attention to detail, and all the features spinners ask for.  Start with a good size wheel diameter - 24" - that rotates on bearing sleeves that contribute to effortless treadling.  The double treadles are well engineered to be comfortable through long spinning sessions.  The flyer is double drive but also has Scotch tensioning for single drive use (at no additional charge).  The bobbins will hold a full 4 oz. package of yarn and they fit on all the other Kromski wheels if you start a collection.

The Symphony is made of European alder and birch.  No Kromski wheel has any plastic parts and, as such, makes the perfect wheel for re-enactors.

Additional specifications:

• wheel diameter - 24"
• orifice height - 27"; size - 3/8"
• bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included -
• also includes threading hook, tensioned Kate and bottle of spinning wheel oil
• Ratios: 7.5, 10, 16 and 20 to 1; 2 whorls included
• bearings on wheel shaft, bobbins and treadle; leather bearings on flyer
• weight - 15 lbs.

This wheel comes boxed as a kit and requires about an hour to assemble.

Prices:

Symphony, unfinished  $550.00

Symphony, clear finish  $650.00

Symphony, walnut finish  $650.00

Symphony, mahogany finish  $650.00

[see stain samples]

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The Minstrel

Kromski Minstrel Spinning Wheel

The Minstrel, another new spinning wheel from the Kromskis of Poland, is going to set new standards for castle style wheels.  It features a wide, steady base for the double treadle operation and the wheel, which is larger than many upright wheels - 18" - is easy to mount on the two support posts.  The third post will mount an optional distaff.

Larger than the Kromski Mazurka, the Minstrel has stronger, bolder lines and a larger base to accommodate the larger wheel diameter and the double treadles.  It is a double drive wheel but comes standard with Scotch tension set-up if you prefer the single drive feel.  A threading hook and extra whorl are conveniently stored up front for easy access.

The Minstrel is made of European alder and birch.  No Kromski wheel has any plastic parts and, as such, makes the perfect wheel for re-enactors.  Easy to assemble.

 Additional specifications:

• wheel diameter - 18"
• orifice height - 33"; size - 3/8"
• bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included -
• also includes threading hook, attached Lazy Kate and bottle of spinning wheel oil
• Ratios: 6.5, 8.5, 12 and 16 to 1; 2 whorls included
• bearings on wheel crank and bobbins; leather bearings on flyer
• weight - 13 lbs.

Prices:

Minstrel, unfinished  $419.00

Minstrel, clear finish  $489.00

Minstrel, walnut finish  $539.00

Minstrel, mahogany finish  $539.00

[see stain samples]


Kromski Minstrel Distaff

Minstel Distaff

The traditional holder for your wool or flax as you spin.

Minstrel unfinished distaff  $25.00

Minstrel clear finish distaff  $25.00

Minstrel walnut finish distaff  $25.00

Minstrel mahogany finish distaff  $25.00

[see stain samples]

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The Polonaise

Isn't she a beauty?

shown in clear finish

Wheel diameter: 24"

Orifice height: 25"

Orifice size: 3/8"

Bobbin size: 4 ounce

Ratios: 8, 12, 16, 20:1

Weight: 16 lbs

Comes with: double drive and scotch tension, a vertical tensioned kate, three bobbins, threading hook, and oil bottle.

Prices:

Polonaise, unfinished  $625.00

Polonaise, clear finish  $645.00

Polonaise, walnut finish  $675.00

Polonaise, mahogany finish  $675.00

[see stain samples]

Close up view of Polonaise spinning wheel details.

close up of Polonaise details

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The Mazurka

Wouldn't this cutie look good in your living room? 

shown in clear finish

Wheel diameter: 16"

Orifice height: 32.5"

Orifice size: 3/8"

Bobbin size: 4 ounces

Ratios: 6, 8, 10, 12:1

Weight: 9 lbs

Comes with: double drive and scotch tension, a vertical tensioned kate, three bobbins, threading hook, and oil bottle.

Prices:

Mazurka, Unfinished  $399.00

Mazurka, Clear Finish  $456.00

Mazurka, Walnut Finish  $486.00

Mazurka, Mahogany Finish  $486.00

[see stain samples]

Close up view of Mazurka spinning wheel details.

close up of Mazurka details

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Accessories

Kromski Spinning Wheel Oil...$7.00  #179014


Kromski Drivebands

Select item and quantity:

How to size and tie a driveband.

 


Kromski Bobbins

Bobbins For Kromski Wheels

Regular Bobbins
The Kromski regular bobbins allow you to store a good amount of yarn; about 50% more than many other regular bobbins from other manufacturers.

Regular unfinished...$16.00  #179026

Regular clear finish...$17.00  #179023

Regular walnut finish...$17.00  #179025

Regular mahogany finish...$17.00  #179024

 

Jumbo Bobbins 
For use with Jumbo Flyer on the Sonata and Prelude

Jumbo Bobbin, unfinished...$22.00

Jumbo Bobbin, clear finish...$22.00

Jumbo Bobbin, walnut finish...$22.00

Jumbo Bobbin, mahogany finish...$22.00

 

Quick Change Bobbins For Kromski Wheels
This item has been discontinued - available while supplies last.

Clear Finish...$17.00 #179091

Walnut Finish...$17.00 #179089

Mahogany Finish...$17.00 #179090

 

Lazy Kates

The Kromskis are now making two styles of Lazy Kates - the arched version now comes standard with all Mazurka and Symphony wheels; the upright Kate comes standard with the Polonaise.

The Lazy Kates are very attractive and work just the way you want them to. They hold up to three bobbins. The bobbin rods are heavy metal with a fancy wooden knob on the end.

These tensioned Kates will accommodate most other brands of bobbins including Ashford (standard bobbins), Jensen, Reeves, Timbertops, Majacraft and Lendrum (regular and very fast bobbins).

Kromski Vertical Tensioned Lazy Kate

Kromski Vertical Tensioned Lazy Kate

  Holds up to three bobbins.  Length of rods from inside arm to inside arm measures 5 1/2."
Unfinished...$40.95  #179038
Finished (specify clear, walnut or mahogany)...$49.50

Select style and quantity:

 

Kromski ArchTensioned Lazy Kate

Kromski Arch Tensioned Lazy Kate
Holds up to three bobbins.  Length of rods from inside arm to inside arm measures 6 3/8."  These tensioned Kates will accommodate most other brands of bobbins including Ashford (standard bobbins), Jensen, Reeves, Timbertops, Majacraft and Lendrum (regular and very fast bobbins).  New design - rods are bent at ends, rather than having wooden knobs, as pictured above.

Unfinished...$40.95  #179037
Clear Finish...$49.50  #179105
Walnut Finish...$49.50  #179124
Mahogany Finish...$49.50  #179125

Select style and quantity:

 

Kromski Threading Hook

Kromski Threading Hook
Included with each Kromski wheel; a fancy turned handle makes this the hook to be used with any spinning wheel.

Unfinished...$11.50  #179032

Clear Finish...$11.50  #179033

Walnut Finish...$11.50  #179035

Mahogany Finish...$11.50  #179034

 

Kromski Niddy Noddies come in three sizes.

Niddy Noddies - The Kromski niddies come in three sizes, with various finishes available in all sizes.

Small - 30" skein
clear finish...$14.00  #179106
walnut stain...$14.00  #179009
mahogany stain...$14.00  #179008

Select style and quantity:

Medium - 48" skein
clear finish...$16.00  #179107
walnut stain...$16.00  #179007
mahogany stain...$16.00  #179006

Select style and quantity:

Large - 72" skein
unfinished...$19.50 #179004
clear finish...$22.00  #179002
walnut stain...$22.00  #179005
mahogany stain...$22.00  #179003

Select style and quantity:

 

 

Kromski Nostepinne

Nostepinne
Make a center-pull ball of yarn using just this stick.  Made of European Alder/Birch.  Available in three finishes.

Clear Finish...$13.75  #179013

Walnut Finish...$13.75  #179011

 Mahogany Finish...$13.75  #179012

Select style and quantity:

 

Kromski Spinning Stool

Spinning Stool
You need to sit just right to spin comfortably.  With the Kromski spinning stool, you can.  This sturdy stool has a contoured seat that will let you spin for hours.  The legs have been turned so that you can make a permanent adjustment to the seat height from 17" to 18.5".  If not for spinning, you will find this stool works well in a variety of settings.

Kromski stool, unfinished...$79.00  #179061
Kromski stool finished, clear...$95.00  #179045
Kromski stool finished, walnut... $95.00  #179039
Kromski stool finished, mahogany... $95.00  #179067

Select style and quantity:

 

Single Drive Flyers

Extra Flyers for Single Drive Kromski Wheels

Add speed range to your Sonata and Prelude with the Jumbo Flyer and Faster Flyer.

The Jumbo Flyer does a lot for you. It adds nearly 2 times the space for yarn over the already great size regular bobbin, so if your are plying or just spinning singles, you can put a lot on a Jumbo bobbin. The orifice on the Jumbo Flyer is 0.7 inches; spin thick yarn or do heavy plies. And the ratios are great for low or medium speeds. For some, this will be the flyer for general purpose spinning. Ratios of 5, 7.5, and 10 to 1 on the Sonata and 5.5, 7, and 9:1 to 1 on the Prelude.  Comes with one jumbo bobbin.  For extra bobbins, see above.

Jumbo Flyer Kit for Prelude, Unfinished...$73.50

Jumbo Flyer Kit for Sonata, Unfinished...$73.50

Jumbo Flyer Kit for Prelude, Clear Finish...$83.50

Jumbo Flyer Kit for Sonata, Clear Finish...$83.50

Jumbo Flyer Kit for Prelude, Walnut Finish...$83.50

Jumbo Flyer Kit for Sonata, Walnut Finish...$83.50

Jumbo Flyer Kit for Prelude, Mahogany Finish...$83.50

Jumbo Flyer Kit for Sonata, Mahogany Finish...$83.50

Instructions for using Jumbo Flyer (Sonata and Prelude) and tensioning elastic drive band.



The Faster Flyer extends the high end ratios of your wheel. These high-end speeds, coupled with the joy of spinning on a Sonata or Prelude, give you the feeling of a production wheel. Between this flyer and your regular flyer you have all the speed settings you need. Use the regular bobbins with the Faster Flyer
Faster Flyer on the Sonata has ratios of 12, 16 and 18 to 1 and on the Prelude 11, 14.5 and 16.5 to 1

Faster Flyer, Unfinished...$54.00

Faster Flyer, Clear Finish...$54.00

Faster Flyer, Walnut Finish...$54.00

Faster Flyer, Mahogany Finish...$54.00

 

 

Kromski Jumbo Double Drive Flyer Kit

Jumbo Flyer Kits for the Double Drive Kromski Wheels

Extend the capabilities of your Kromski Polonaise, Symphony or Minstrel wheel by adding a Jumbo Flyer Kit. You can quickly swap out your regular flyer for the jumbo unit (and back again). Here are the benefits: flyer with very large orifice - .70 inch opening for heavy spinning and plying; much larger jumbo bobbin - holds 50 cubic inches of yarn; lower ratio ranges - 2 speeds to give you excellent speed choices without changing the flyer. For the Polonaise and Symphony wheels the ratios are: 5 and 7.2:1; for the Minstrel the ratios are: 4 and 5.3:1
Note: parts shown above will vary, based on your wheel model.

Prices:
Jumbo Flyer Kit - unfinished (Includes flyer, 1 jumbo bobbin, jumbo whorl, jumbo front maiden) $86.75
Jumbo Flyer Kit - finished (Includes flyer, 1 jumbo bobbin, jumbo whorl, jumbo front maiden) $102.00

NOTE:  If you already own a Minstrel and want to add a Jumbo Kit, you must determine the manner in which your front maiden post has been installed on your wheel. If you do not have the current set-up - brass finger nut going up through the base into the maiden - your will need to do some simple woodworking to facilitate the jumbo option. Take a look at this video from the US importer of Kromski wheels, that will show you a suggested way to easily adapt your Minstrel.

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Polonaise, Unfinished...$86.75

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Symphony, Unfinished...$86.75

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Minstrel, Unfinished...$86.75

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Polonaise, Clear finish...$102.00

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Symphony, Clear finish...$102.00

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Minstrel, Clear finish...$102.00

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Polonaise, Walnut finish...$102.00

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Symphony, Walnut finish...$102.00

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Minstrel, Walnut finish...$102.00

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Polonaise, Mahogany finish...$102.00

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Symphony, Mahogany finish...$102.00

Double Drive Jumbo Flyer Kit for Minstrel, Mahogany finish...$102.00

 

 

Kromski Quick Change Flyer Kit

Quick Change Flyer Set
Here is an innovation from the Kromskis that will make changing bobbins on a double drive set-up easier.  The spindle on the flyer "breaks" at the base of the flyer allowing you to pull off the flyer and the bobbin without removing the whorl or the drive band from the whorl.  Comes with conversion parts, flyer and three Quick Change bobbins.  Requires different bobbins than what is standard with all Kromski wheels.
This item has been discontinued - available while supplies last.

Quick Change Flyer Set for Polonaise/Symphony, unfinished...$80.00



Extra Whorls
These are additional sizes; the larger (slower) whorl for the upright wheels gives a ratio of 4:1 with the Mazurka and 4.5:1 for the Minstrel.  The smaller (speed) whorl gives a ratio of 25 to 1 with either the Polonaise or Symphony. The larger (slower) whorl for the Symphony or Minstrel gives a ratio of 5.5 to 1.
Unfinished - available finished by special order.

Mazurka/Minstrel slow speed whorl...$16.50  #179053

Polonaise/Symphony high speed whorl...$14.00  #179044

Polonaise/Symphony slow speed whorl...$16.50  #179043



 

Stains available for the Kromski Spinning Wheels

Pick a stain, any stain...

Top: Mahogany Stain Finish      Bottom: Walnut Stain Finish

 

The Kromskis - Polish Spinning Wheel Makers.

 

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