Louët S10 Irish Tension Spinning Wheel

The Louet S10 is one of the most popular spinning wheels ever made, valued by beginners and experienced spinners alike for its simplicity, durability, and versatility. Featuring Louet's classic Irish Tension (bobbin-led) drive system, the S10 uses a single drive band with an adjustable flyer brake to regulate take-up. Low-maintenance and durable, this intuitive design makes the wheel exceptionally easy to learn on while providing the strong pull needed for spinning thicker, loftier yarns, year after year. Constructed from lacquered solid beech and laminated birch, the S10 is built to withstand years of regular use. Its balanced flywheel design ensures smooth, consistent treadling and allows the wheel to stop exactly where you stop, making spinning more comfortable and efficient. Maintenance-free ball bearings in the main hub and footman connection provide quiet operation and eliminate the need for lubrication. Specifications Main wheel diameter: 50 cm (19.75") Ratios: 5.5:1, 7.5:1, 10.5:1 Orifice: 12 mm (0.5") Height: 70 cm (27.6") Weight: 6 kg (13 lbs.) Irish Tension (single-drive bobbin-led system) Double treadle Includes 3 bobbins Includes Lazy Kate Flyer with sliding hooks Maintenance-free ball bearings Easy assembly (tools included) The included flyer and bobbins feature three pulley grooves, offering spinning ratios of 5.5:1, 7.5:1, and 10.5:1 for a wide range of yarns. With optional flyers, bobbins, and a High-Speed Set available separately, the S10 can handle everything from bulky woolen yarns to finer spinning projects. A proven workhorse for both hobby and production spinners, the Louet S10 combines reliability, ease of use, and excellent performance in a compact, timeless design. Add the Louet S10 Double Treadle Spinning Wheel to your fiber studio and enjoy the wheel that introduced generations of spinners to the art of handspinning.