Weight is for cross arms only, consider 1-2.5g extra for small shafts and up to 5g for bigger model: approx. 15g total for this spindle
Your purchase includes one custom made shaft to determine after buying.
 
A labor of love, these are made with the desire to keep them light in proportion to their build for ease of a fast rotation.
The fine tip is great for quickly undoing the half hitch.
The Copper Inlay helps with momentum.
Make sure to wind on lightly in the beginning in order to be able to pull the arms out.
 
Wood Essence: Cross arms are made from Makassar Ebony.
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Weight : 13g
Diameter: 3" 1/4
The main arm has a copper piece which allows for an even surface where the arms cross.
 
Shaft Selection: Once purchased, please review the option pictures and email us at info@laimelaine.com your selections (for example 3B)
 
 
Weight variations will depend on wood type and the shaft tip model (the chonkier the more weight)
Variations can go up to 2g between the types, which is great!
 
Wood heaviness, from lightest to heaviest:
Walnut (coffee brown)
Birchwood (pale)
Cherry wood (pale with a slight pink tinge)
Padauk (red)
Dark wood (varies depending on available stock)
 
You may request a custom length
Ususal length of shaft for small spindles: approx. 4-5"