$89.90
John Galen Drop Spindle No.228 with Metallic Green Apple Shaft and Whorl Tint
Limited Edition - Only 3 Available - Order as a TOP WHORL or BOTTOM WHORL Spindle
Heavy Weight, Good for Plying, Lots of Sparkle, Rim Weighted Acrylic & Alloy Whorl Drop Spindle
Larger .134" dia. Powder-Coat Painted High Carbon/Spring) Steel Shaft w/Larger Heat Forged Hook
Price includes free-shipping (US only)
- WEIGHT/DIMENSIONS: Weight: 2.4oz (70g), Whorl: Acrylic/Alloy .6” x 2.23” (15mm x 57mm), Larger Shaft Diameter: .134" (3.4mm) x 8.5" (21.6cm)
Made from a total of 40 individual pieces, this new design incorporates a black diamond crystal encrusted 1.7" (43mm) black chrome plated pendant and two 1/8" (3.2mm) acrylic disc for a whorl. The pendant is laminated to the acrylic disc and has green apple mica epoxy tint applied in between. Through-holes are precisely drilled to accept the six No.10-32 Stainless Steel Screws and Nuts that produces ample rim weight for strong and sustained. The Whorl is mounted to a 8.5" larger diameter high-carbon spring-steel shaft that has a larger (than my other steel shafts) heat forged hook to will fit almost any fiber and great for plying. The top and bottom sides are fitted with two large gold plated floral bead caps and a variety of silver and gold plated/tone findings - along with two gold plated multi-crystal spacer beads. Additionally, I couldn't leave this spindle without extra bling, so this workhorse of a spindle will dazzle you as it spins with 24 Iridescent VItrail AB color Preciosa Crystal Rhinestones. All components are assembled using industrial quality 2-part epoxy resin for long life.
This spindle is heavy and has amazing rim weight and a perfectly balanced spin and is perfect for long staple and coarse fibers, art yarn, as well as plying singles.
- FREE SHIPPING - US ONLY: Applies to All US States and Select US Territories and ships via USPS 1st Class Mail. Upgraded/expedited shipping options available at check-out.
- In-stock orders typically ship in 1 to 2 business day. Out-of-stock/custom orders typically ship within 10 business days. Please allow 2 to 5 days for transit time (ships from Tucson, AZ).
- INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING AVAILABLE: I ship to 38 countries and rates are available on this page (top right).
- Hand crafted in Tucson, AZ, by John Galen Gudenkauf (owner/artist) with US and Global Materials.
2-5 business days
I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Yes. I gladly accept custom orders, although they are limited when it comes to altering dimensions. TAHKLI/SUPPORT SPINDLES: customers can choose (in most cases) from the shaft colors, beads, and whorl color/wood species of items already listed.
Yes. I do offer wholesale sales to qualifying re-sellers. Contact me and we can discuss terms
I gladly accept orders by mail and do accept checks. When ordering, please phone or email John Galen to check availability and to reserve the item(s) you wish to order. When I receive the order/check in the mail, I will send out the package within 24 hours.
CONTACT: John Galen at 520-490-4962
EMAIL: johng@johngalen.com