Drop spindle - 21g - Monkey Puzzle

This is a hand turned top whorl drop spindle made in Ilkley. It has a groove in the side for the yarn to sit in which helps to prevent slippage. This spindle is finished with wax. Note that the wood is spalted and has a few imperfections.

Weight: 21g

Wood: Monkey Puzzle (from Lowgate, Hexham) with Beech shaft

Length of spindle: 11"/28cm

Length below whorl: 9"/22cm

Whorl diameter: 2"/ 5cm