Modern Wheel

For many years we had requests for a spinning wheel that was
compact, functional, durable, available as a kit, and most of all,
with a price that would fit most everyone’s budget. In the late
1970’s we designed a wheel that we thought met all of the above
requirements. Time has proven us correct. The Clemes Kit Wheel
has been one of the most sought after wheels on the market for
years. Today we refer to it as the Clemes Modern Wheel.

It is a compact castle wheel built of solid maple, birch and a multi-
layered maple plywood that we laminate here in our shop. All
parts are cut, drilled and pre-fitted before packaging. The wood
can be finished or left natural and should give many years of service.

The wheel is 16” in diameter with ball bearings for smooth
operation. The treadle is of the heel-toe design to allow starting and
stopping without having to touch the wheel. The flyer is dual belt
drive with a 3/8” orifice. The bobbins are of generous size for those
who like to spin yarns towards the heavier size or prefer not to
change bobbins as often.

This wheel is very easy to spin on. It is used by students as well as
accomplished spinners and will often be found in schools as well
as many studios.

The wheel comes with three bobbins. A lazy kate is available,
as well as a bulky adaptor and quill adaptor- making this one of
the most versatile wheels on the market today.

Shipping Weight is 25 lbs.

#115 Clemes Modern Wheel - $439.00 ea.

#115B – Bobbin for Clemes Modern Wheel -  $24.00 ea.

#115 SP – Speed Pulley for Clemes Kit Wheel – $18.00 ea.

This pulley replaces the standard flyer pulley supplied with the wheel when one desires a closer ratio between the flyer and the bobbin. The ratio on the wheel is 5.5:1 to one. The ratio is increased to 6.75:1 with the speed pulley.

                         

#115 LK – Lazy Kate for Clemes Modern Wheel – $24.00 ea.
#115 J - Jumbo Adapter for Modern Wheel - $94.50
#115 Q - Quill Adapter for Modern Wheel - $54.50


All wheels are made in Pinole, California.