The Minstrel is made of European alder and birch. No Kromski wheel has any plastic parts and as such makes the perfect wheel for reenactors. Easy to assemble. Additional specifications:
• wheel diameter - 18"
• orifice height - 33"; size - 3/8"
• bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included -
• also includes threading hook, attached Lazy Kate and bottle of spinning wheel oil
• Ratios: 6.5, 8.5, 12 and 16 to 1; 2 whorls included
• bearings on wheel crank and bobbins; leather bearings on flyer
• weight - 13 lbs.
It is available unfinished or with a factory clear, walnut or mahogany finish that is exceptional (see a sample of the finishes further down this page). We maintain stock of the 3 finishes (clear, walnut, or mahogany) and can ship those immediately.
A video also comes with this wheel showing how to assemble the Minstrel and a basic intro to spinning.
