Description

This is a specialty wheel is designed to spin extra bulky yarn used in rug weaving or chunky/novelty/art yarns. It is also excellent for plying bulk quantities. The orifice is extra large. The ball bearings and double treadle allows for an easy start and treadling. The slow drive ratios and sensitive leather flyer brake system are ideal for creating unique novelty yarns.

The Ashford Country Spinner 2 has been revamped and updated!

It now includes:

New 3-speed bobbin with easy 3, 4 & 5:1 ratios and capacity of up to 2.2 lbs.
New polyurethane con-rod joints for smooth heel and toe treadling.
Wider spaced treadle boards.
Arched rails and factory assembled sides are easily assembled with bolts and barrel nuts.
New maintenance-free polyurethane hinges for smooth & effortless treadling.
Soft leather brake band and sensitive tension adjustment.
Huge 1 1/16” flyer orifice accepts really thick yarns.
New nylon universal bearings for the con rod.
Sliding hook flyer..

Wheel diameter: 18″

Orifice: 1-1/16″

Bobbin Capacity: 2.2 lbs

Ratios: 4:1

Weight: 14.5 lb

This wheel comes as an unfinished kit wheel, so it will need assembly. If you want us to assemble it, we can do so, but you will have to arrange to pick it up from us, as it is not “shippable” once assembled.