Prelude

The Prelude is the newest wheel from the Kromskis of Poland. It is just the wheel for beginners, or perhaps as a second wheel for others. It has the look of an antique wheel and the high degree of wood turning that the Kromskis are famous for. BUT... it also has all the touches that modern spinners expect.

The Prelude is made of European alder and birch. No Kromski wheel has any plastic parts and as such makes the perfect wheel for reenactors. The Prelude is easy to treadle, easy to transport, and has an 18" diameter wheel (same as the Kromski Minstrel) for excellent ratios. If you like, you can swivel the mother-of-all in line with the bench for a more compact "package" when moving the wheel or for storage.

Additional specifications:

• wheel diameter - 18" • orifice height - 26"; size - 3/8" • bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included - • also includes threading hook, attached Lazy Kate, video and bottle of spinning wheel oil • Ratios: 6, 10.5, and 13 to 1 • bearings on wheel shaft, bobbins; leather bearings on flyer • weight - 9 lbs. • in addition to a regular hemp drive band an elastic band will be included

This wheel comes boxed as a kit but goes together quickly. It is available unfinished or with a factory clear, walnut or mahogany finish that is exceptional (see a sample of the finishes further down this page). Also included is an optional elastic drive band (that is dyed to match the walnut or mahogany stain) which can make this wheel even more enjoyable.