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Kromski

Sonata
The Kromskis have put a lot of thought into the Sonata. Full size yet small dimensions when folded, easy to set-up and take down, solid feel, solid footprint, plenty of foot room, easy treadling on double treadles, orifice at a comfortable height and classic looks. Spokes that draw your attention, every piece of wood with cuts, curves and character; this is an appealing spinning wheel that is a pleasure to use.Optional flyers can add to the total range of the Sonata. The upcoming Jumbo flyer offers lower ratios and a larger orifice - .70" - and the upcoming Faster flyer increases the ratio range up to 18:1. (final ratios for these flyers to be announced soon.) A custom-made, heavily padded bag offers you a convenient way to pack-up your Sonata for travel or storage.
Details

wheel diameter - 19"
folded dimensions: 22" by 19"
orifice height - 30", but can be raised as much as 2"; size - 3/8"
bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included; will fit all other Kromski wheels

single drive with Scotch tension

also includes threading hook, attached Lazy Kate and bottle of spinning wheel oil; uses an elastic drive band

Ratios: 6.7, 12.5, 14 to 1;

ball bearings on wheel crank; flyer bears are PETP TX, a modern, high strength material with excellent wear resistance, stability and excellent coefficient of friction in part because it incorporates a uniformly dispersed solid lubricant.

weight - 11.5 lbs.Available with a clear factory finish.

The Polonaise has the look of wheels from the Baltic area of Poland and Scandinavia. In fact, a well known spinning wheel historian has said that the manner in which this wheel is built is as close to being historically correct as he has seen. This will be a plus for spinners wanting the "real thing" and for the growing community of reenactors. The amount of decorative turning on this wheel is substantial, making it a sight to behold.

The level of detail and turning is breathtaking. Notice the marbling of the wood grain that is highlighted by the stain and finish. No other wheel being made today comes close to this level of detail. A spinner could pay substantially more for other wheels and still not have the beauty of a Kromski. This wheel is a great value and it spins as well as it looks. The Polonaise features functional wood threaded wheel angle adjustments so the proper angle can be obtained with the flyer. "Pin and socket" bearings support the wheel, offering low friction and exceptional ease of treadling. All of the wheel hardware sits between the wheel posts and the footman passes through the bench to the treadle.

The Polonaise is made with European alder and birch and comes standard with double drive and scotch tensioning. Available in Clear, Mahogany or Walnut finish. Additional specifications:

wheel diameter - 24"
orifice height - 25"; size - 3/8"
bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included
also includes threading hook, tensioned Kate and bottle of spinning wheel oil
Ratios: 8, 12, 16 and 20 to 1; 2 whorls included
oil impregnated bearings on bobbins and treadle; leather bearings on flyer
weight - 16 lbs.

The Minstrel, from the Kromskis of Poland, is setting a new standard for castle style wheels. It features a wide, steady base for the double treadle operation and the wheel, which is larger than many upright wheels - 18". The wheel is easy to mount on the two support posts. The third post will mount an optional distaff.
The Minstrel has stronger, bolder lines and a larger base to accommodate the larger wheel diameter and the double treadles. It is a double drive wheel but comes standard with Scotch tension set-up if your prefer the single drive feel. A threading hook and extra whorl are conveniently stored up front for easy access.
The Minstrel is made of European alder and birch. No Kromski wheel has any plastic parts and as such makes the perfect wheel for reenactors. Easy to assemble.

Additional specifications:

wheel diameter - 18"
orifice height - 33"; size - 3/8"
bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included -
also includes threading hook, attached Lazy Kate and bottle of spinning wheel oil
Ratios: 6.5, 8.5, 12 and 16 to 1; 2 whorls included
bearings on wheel crank and bobbins; leather bearings on flyer
weight - 13 lbs.
It is available unfinished or with a factory clear, walnut or mahogany finish that is exceptional.

The Mazurka has the classic look of eastern European wheels of old. The novel wheel-within-a-wheel makes you think of mazurka dancers spinning round and round. The Mazurka design won recognition for Leon Kromski throughout Poland. One look at the detail in this wheels will astound you - what craftsmanship!
Made of European alder and birch, the Mazurka features both double drive and scotch tension spinning.

Additional specifications:

wheel diameter - 16"

orifice height - 32.5"+ -; size - 3/8"
bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included
also includes threading hook, tensioned Lazy Kate, distaff/nostepinne and bottle of spinning wheel oil
Ratios: 6, 8, 10 and 12 to 1; 2 whorls included
oil impregnated bearings on crank and bobbins; leather bearings on flyer

weight - 9 lbs

The Kromski Symphony -- just the image you would expect a spinning wheel to take. You can picture the "ladies in waiting" gathered together in the castle spinning as a group, all on The Symphony.
This wheel has the details spinners have come to expect with Kromski products - lots of finely turned wood, attention to detail, and all the features spinners ask for. Start with a good size wheel diameter - 24" - that rotates on bearing sleeves that contribute to effortless treadling. The double treadles are well engineered to be comfortable through long spinning sessions. The flyer is double drive but also has Scotch tensioning for single drive use (at no additional charge). The bobbins will hold a full 4 oz. package of yarn and they fit on all the other Kromski wheels if you start a collection.
Look here to see how a Kromski wheel can also be painted.

The Symphony is made of European alder and birch. No Kromski wheel has any plastic parts and as such makes the perfect wheel for reenactors.

Additional specifications:

wheel diameter - 24"
orifice height - 27"; size - 3/8"
bobbin size - full 4 oz.; 3 included -

also includes threading hook, tensioned Kate and bottle of spinning wheel oil

Ratios: 7.5, 10, 16 and 20 to 1; 2 whorls included

bearings on wheel shaft, bobbins and treadle; leather bearings on flyer

weight - 15 lbs.

The Prelude is just the wheel for beginners or perhaps a second Kromski 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 modern spinners expect.

The Prelude is a single drive wheel; a first for the Kromskis. The good news here is that it uses the same bobbins as all the other Kromski wheels. This means that, as you consider adding a second or third Kromski wheel, you know your bobbins will work with all the different models.
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.
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.

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