Bluebonnet HoneyBee
Price: $299.95
This sweet little wheel has its origin in our BumbleBee. It is an excellent wheel for beginners, and because it folds makes it easier to carry to those important _?????spin ins_?????.
It has all the features of the basic BumbleBee and more.
Intermediate and advanced spinners will be pleased with its 2 spinning ratios and the availability of ratios from 4:1 up to 20:1, custom made to order in pairs.
As with all Bluebonnet spinning wheels, the HoneyBee is made from solid hardwood. We use either hard maple or red oak, depending on availability.
The wheel axle is on two sealed bearings for ease of treadling and the flyer axle also has two bearings for quiet operation. The bobbin is also on two sealed bearings for quiet operation.
Specifications:
- 27 inches tall
- Orifice height is 26 inches
- Delta orifice with cup hooks
- 6:1 and 8:1 spinning ratios, standard, any pair between 4:1 up to
- 20:1 can be substituted or ordered separately.
- 16 inch solid hardwood wheel
- Solid hardwood frame
- 18 inch by 18 inch base occupies a small area but is exceptionally stable.
Folds to 18 inches x 8.5 inches - DVD demo provided.
- Double treadle for ease of operation
- Single drive with Scotch Tension drive
- Weighs approximately 15 pounds.
- Built in Lazy Kate
3 bobbins (3.5 inches diameter x 4.25 inches long) are included.
This item may ship from the manufacturer. Please contact us for delivery timing.
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