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Elizabeth 2 Spinning Wheel
Double Drive & Scotch Tension
The Elizabeth 2 is truly a fairytale wheel with a classic design. This beautifully crafted wheel now has a large 61cm (24ins) wheel with 12 spokes mounted on ball bearings for smooth effortless spinning. Horizontal adjustment of the maiden bar allows perfect alignment with the 3 speed whorl. The maiden bar clamps to the base to eliminate vibration.
This Double drive wheel produces a fine, firm-twist yarn particularly suited for fine wools and exotic fibre. One adjustment controls both drive band and bobbin take-up. Easily converted to single drive or bobbin lead. The treadle is pivoted for a comfortable heel-toe action.
Specifications:
- Wheel diameter 61cm (24ins) Orifice 1cm (⅜ins)
- Bobbin capacity approx. 100gm (approx. 3 - 4 oz)
- Ratios 8.5:1, 11:1, 15:1
- Weight 9kg (20lbs)
Included accessories - Lazy Kate, 4 Standard Bobbins, Threading hook, and Learn to spin booklet.
There are three (3) Optional Add-on Kits available for the Elizabeth 2.
Should you wish to purchase one of these with your Elizabeth you will receive them at a reduced price:
1) Double Treadle Kit for the Elizabeth Regular price: $235.00 // Your price: $210.00
Easily converts your Elizabeth to a Double Treadle allowing you to start your wheel easily in either direction hands-free. Also improves your posture and balance while spinning.
2) Jumbo Sliding Flyer Hook and Bobbin (Double Drive) Regular price: $160.00 // Your price: $144.00
Updates your Elizabeth to lower ratios for plying, thick yarns, and art yarns on a Jumbo Bobbin.
Ratios: 5:1, 5:5:1, 6.5:1.
3) High Speed Double Drive Adapter Kit Regular price: $145.00 // Your price: $130.50
You can spin fine yarns comfortably. The higher ratios: 14:1, 17.5:1 and 22.1:1 are bobbin lead.
The kit includes 4 high-speed bobbins and whorl.