Ashford High Speed Double Drive Bobbin | Natural Finish
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Achieve effortless fine-gauge spinning with the Ashford High Speed Double Drive Bobbin. Designed for the technical requirements of lace and cobweb-weight yarns, this bobbin features a reduced-diameter whorl that increases take-up speed for high-twist fibers. Crafted from Natural New Zealand Silver Beech, it provides the mechanical advantage needed for consistent tension on the Traditional and Traveller Double Drive wheels, ensuring your most delicate singles are wound on smoothly and securely.
The Physics of Fine Spinning
In 2026, spinning “cobweb” lace or short-staple cotton requires a specific mechanical ratio. A standard bobbin whorl often provides too much “slip” when spinning at high speeds, making it difficult to pull very fine yarn onto the bobbin. The High Speed Bobbin solves this with its smaller whorl diameter. This design ensures that the bobbin maintains a high rotation speed relative to the flyer, providing a gentle but firm “draw-in” that is essential for fibers that require high twist-density.
The Natural Maker’s Choice
This bobbin is crafted from Natural (Unfinished) Silver Beech. This is the preferred choice for many heirloom spinners who enjoy the tactile feel of the wood and the ability to customize the finish. Whether you choose to apply Ashford Finishing Wax to match your 40-year-old Traditional wheel or leave it raw to develop a natural patina, the wood is sanded to a glass-like finish to prevent any snagging of fine silk or merino fibers.
Precision and Balance
When spinning at the high RPMs required for lace, balance is everything. These bobbins are machined to exact tolerances to eliminate vibration. A vibrating bobbin can cause “twist-back” or snap a delicate single; the Ashford High Speed model is weighted for stability, allowing you to focus on your drafting rather than fighting your equipment.
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