Flat bottom whorl drop spindle

Flat bottom whorl drop spindle

$40.00

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Description

Drop spindles have been used throughout history to turn fiber into thread or yarn. This well-balanced spindle is made from an exotic hardwood with a cedar shaft. This spindle is flat on both sides of the whorl. The well-balanced tool spins forever, and the cedar is finished nicely to grip without being too harsh on your hands. This spindle can be made with a shaped end to hold the leader or a hook. An excellent bottom whorl drop spindle for spinners of any skill level, from novices to experts. the weight of the spindle differs according to the type of wood selected.

Estimated weights: Bird’s Eye Maple 1.4-1.6 oz (40-45 g); Lacewood 1.6-1.7 oz (45-48 g); Utile 1.4-1.6 oz (40-45 g); Purpleheart 1.7-1.8 oz (48-51 g); Padauk 1.5-1.7 oz (42-48 g); Wenge 1.5-1.7 oz (42-48 g); African mahogany 1.5-1.7 oz (42-48 g); curly maple 1.6-1.7 oz (45-48 g)

If you would like a notch on the whorl please leave a message with your order and it will be added.

We offer custom work, please contact us with any requests.

Additional information

Wood Type

Wenge, African Mahogany, Ambrosia Maple, Bird' Eye Maple, Black Walnut, Brazilian Cherry, Cherry, Curly Maple, Lacewood, Maple, Padauk, Purple Heart, Sapele, White Oak, Zebrawood
Hook or Shaped end

Hook, Shaped end

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