The Minstrel
The minstrel is setting a new standard for castle style wheels with lots of wood turnings. It features a wide, steady base for the double treadle operation and the wheel, which is larger than many upright wheels - 45cm (including the Mazurka) The wheel is easy to mount on the two support posts. The third post will mount an optional distaff.
It is a double drive wheel but comes standard with Scotch tension set-up if your prefer the single drive feel. A threading hook and extra whorl are conveniently stored up front for easy access.
The design is perfect wheel for reenactors. Easy to assemble.
wheel diameter 45cm
Double drive bands
orifice size 1 cm, 48cm high
ratios: 6.5,8.5,12 and 16 to 1
bearings on bobbins and wheel
leather bearings, crank on flyerincludes threading hook, on-board Kate and 3 bobbins which will fit all other wheels listed ; regular bobbins have yarn capacity that is 50% greater than many other popular wheel bobbins; a plus for any spinner
weight 5,8 kg
Scotch tension option
made of European alder and birch
Unfinished (for those who want to paint the wheel themselves) ...... 280€
Clear finish ................................................................. 328€
Walnut or Mahogany finish ................................................... 361€
please specify which finish you'd like when ordering