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Weekly Spindle Review - Unknown "Turnip"

1/26/2014

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Believe it or not, this is my favorite supported spindle.  I am not sure on the maker as it was given to me in a destash.  I have seen similar ones on Ravelry but if you know the maker of this spindle please let me know.  I am going to call it "Turnip". 


Maker: Unknown
Weight: 9 g / 3/8 oz
Length: 7 1/2" 
Style: Russian

I started spinning a sample from one of my Phat Fibre boxes on it and I fell in love.  It is my smallest spindle and some might refer to it as a pocket spindle or purse spindle.  Because its so lightweight, I can flick it really well and find that it spins better and faster than any of my other Russians.  I use my pottery lap bowl for this spindle because I get less friction than I would with my wooden one.  I found that my yarn was very fine and I could add a lot of twist quickly because of its fast spin.  
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The length of the shaft might pose a problem to some.  I usually prefer longer supported spindles but this one is an exception to the rule for me.  The wood used is quite lightweight as well and I bet if the wood was a little stronger and more dense this little spindle could be even better.  There is no finish to this wood either, it looks like it was carved/turned and left as is.  Not a big deal but pretty spindles get more points.  

Spindle rating:
Length of spin: 9.6 seconds (average of three tests)
Fibre storage ability: Fair
Looks: Simple
Overall Rating: 7/10

This spindle spins fast and despite its looks it is one of my favourites for travel and sample spinning
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