Kromski Minstrel Extra Fast Whorl | 18:1 & 22:1 Ratios

The Pinnacle of Lace Engineering

In 2026, spinning “true lace” requires a wheel that can generate immense twist without exhausting the spinner. The Extra Fast Whorl transforms the Minstrel from a versatile all-purpose wheel into a specialized lace machine. At a 22:1 ratio, one single rotation of the drive wheel turns your flyer twenty-two times. This allows you to draft slowly and carefully while the wheel handles the high-energy task of inserting twist.

Precision for Luxury Fibers

Short-staple fibers like Pygora, Qiviut, and fine Silk demand immediate twist to stay together. Because the Extra Fast Whorl has such a small diameter, it reaches high speeds almost instantly. Kromski’s artisans hand-turn each whorl to ensure it is perfectly concentric; at these speeds, even the slightest imbalance would cause “flyer chatter.” With this whorl, your Minstrel remains whisper-quiet, even when you’re spinning at a “blur.”

Ergonomic Efficiency

The greatest benefit of the Extra Fast Whorl isn’t just speed—it’s stamina. Many spinners find that trying to spin lace on a standard whorl requires frantic, fast treadling that leads to ankle fatigue. By “gearing up” with the Extra Fast version, you can maintain a slow, meditative treadling pace while your hands work at a high-production speed. It’s the professional’s secret to spinning for hours without physical strain.