Features of the Schacht-Reeves Spinning Wheel
Standard accessories with wheel |
3 bobbins, lazy kate, threading hook |
Bobbin length, inside dimension |
3 3/8”; bobbin core radius 7/16” |
Bobbin capacity |
3 - 3 1/2 ounces |
Flyer width between arms |
4” |
Type of bearings/bushings |
Drive wheel - ball bearings; flyer - leather and bronze; bobbins - delrin |
Drive band |
Cotton |
Ratios |
24" - 12:1 to 20:1; 30" - 16:1 to 25:1 |
Left- and right-hand spinning available.
Bobbins: The Schacht-Reeves flyer shaft is 5/16'' in diameter versus the original Reeves 1/4'' diameter. This means that the current Schacht bobbins can't be used on prior Reeves-made wheels. Replacement wooden bobbins for older Reeves spinning wheels can be ordered from Hill Creek Fiber Studio, (800) 874-9328.