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—Or, you can spin right from the comb. This is mostly done in Eastern Europe from paddle shaped combs.
—Heck, you can spin right from the lock if you want!
—You don’t even have to wash it first, if you like to work “in the grease”.
—You have complete control.
That’s the beauty of it.

Wheel Basics

Different Configurations of Wheels
  • Saxony (horizontal arrangement)
  • Upright  or Castle (vertical arrangement)
  • Other- ultra compact travel wheels, etc.
Large Double Treadle Saxony
Large Double Treadle Saxony
Single Drive Bobbin Lead Wheel
Single Drive Bobbin Lead Wheel
Pocket Wheel- ultraportable
Pocket Wheel- ultraportable
Age Categories
  • Antique (100+years old)
  • Vintage (40-99 years old)
  • Modern