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An
early wheel in western Europe was the "Great Wheel". It didn't have a
treddle, the wheel was hand turned. This led to the name "Walking
Wheel". It was also called the "Wool Wheel". Every example that I've
seen of this type of wheel has had a spindle [instead of a flyer and
bobbin system]. |
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The
"Saxon" or "Saxony" wheel is very common. The mother-of-all is beside
the wheel, usually to the left. If it is to the right then you are
looking at a left-handed wheel. This particular image is the Ashford
Traditional. |
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The
"Castle" wheel has the mother-of-all above the wheel. It is usually
smaller than the "Saxon" and more compact. This image is the Ashford
Traveller. There are versions of this which are very modern in appearance. |
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The "Box" wheel is a very functional and efficient spinner. These are often referred to as "Country Spinners", and are usually designed to produce thicker yarns. |
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The "Electric Spinner" is an efficient and practical machine for the spinner who is interested in production and not appearance. |
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