The enhanced Kiwi 3 is in demand from new and experienced spinners everywhere. It has folding treadles, timber veneered MDF wheel, three speed whorl, and a wooden threading hook. The folding treadles are convenient for transport and storage. The Timber veneered MDF wheel with ball bearings ensures smooth and silent spinning. The Double treadles are mounted on polyurethane hinges for effortless treadling. The 3 speed whorl has ratios of 5.5, 7.5 and 9.5:1. The flyer has frictionless yarn guides and a 10mm (⅜ in) orifice. The easy snap-in front flyer bearing allows for quick and easy bobbin change. The Scotch tension brake systems precise tension adjustment makes spinning and plying a breeze. It comes 3 large 130g (4-5ozs) capacity bobbins and a built-in Lazy Kate. It Weighs only 5.5kg (12lbs). It has a Wheel diameter 45cm (17½ins). It is easy to assemble. Made of unfinished Silver Beech hardwood. Product of New Zealand.