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Elizabeth2 Wheel

fairytale wheel
A dream to spin on, the Elizabeth 2 combines traditional saxony wheel design with the benefits of modern engineering. It is a double drive wheel with a scotch tension option included. "Add ons" allow a wide variety of yarns to be spun. Although the Elizabeth has been designed as a single treadle wheel, a second treadle can be added if you wish. This wheel comes in kit form and assembly is required.
technical details
Wheel Diameter: 61cm
Orifice Diameter: 10mm
Orifice Height Above Floor: 66cm
Bobbin Capacity: 100g
Drive Type: Double with Scotch Tension Option
Ratios: 8.5, 11, 15, (18 bobbin lead)
Weight: 9kg
Frame & Wheel: New Zealand silver beech
Wood Finish: Natural (unfinished) or Lacquered (clear varnish)
what's included
1 x Elizabeth 2 Spinning Wheel Kit
4 x Standard Double Drive Bobbins
1 x Elizabeth Lazy Kate
1 x "Learn to Spin on an Ashford Wheel" Booklet
(assembly instructions included)
optional extras
High Speed Adaptor Kit
Double Drive Jumbo Sliding Flyer Kit
Double Drive Standard Sliding Flyer Kit
Double Treadle Kit
Spinning Chair
Distaff
Quill Spindle
Wax Polish
Ashford Book of Spinning
recommendations
Lazy Kate: The Elizabeth's lazy kate is not tensioned. Many spinners find it easier to ply when there's some tension present to stop the bobbins overspinning. See the Competition Lazy Kate.
Natural or Lacquered? Keep in mind that if you choose "lacquered" for your wheel and then choose an "add-on" accessory, this "add on" may only be available with a "natural" (unlacquered) finish.
Finishing Your Wheel: If you choose the "natural" option, the wheel and accessories are easy to finish yourself with wax polish, wood oil or get creative with some paint!
ordering information
New Zealand customers: Arrival time: 2-5 days after your order/payment is received.
International customers : Ashford products may only be shipped to New Zealand addresses, in accordance with Ashford's policies.

USA shoppers: Buy this product direct from Paradise Fibers

Product Code: ASHN2