{"product_id":"double-bobbin-boat-shuttle-open-bottom","title":"12\" Slim Double Bobbin Boat Shuttle - Open Bottom","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo bobbins. Instant color changes. Precision weft control. The Double Bobbin Open Bottom Boat Shuttle gives you everything the closed bottom version does — two 3.5\" bobbins for instant color changes and up to four-color weaving — with the added advantage of an open bottom design. Lighter in hand, faster across the warp, and open below the bobbin so you can apply tension from above or below for precise, accurate picks every time. Handcrafted in Spokane, WA from premium hardwoods and shaped for smooth, effortless throws across your loom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Holds two 3.5\" boat shuttle bobbins simultaneously — instant color changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 12\" length — same proven dimensions as my standard 12\" Slim Boat Shuttle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Six premium hardwoods — Maple, Cherry, Walnut, Purple Heart, Padauk, Quartersawn White Oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Open bottom design — Lighter weight and faster glide across warp threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Open bottom access — Apply weft tension above or below the bobbin for precise, accurate picks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Dual yarn guides — Smooth yarn exit in both directions, no catching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ergonomic shape — Comfortable grip reduces hand fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Hand-sanded smooth finish — Eco-friendly Danish oil (except Padauk, left natural)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Lightweight hardwood construction — Swift, agile movement for efficient weaving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne Open Bottom Double Bobbin Boat Shuttle (12\"), bobbin axle (1\/16\" music wire), 4 small washers, and two 3.5\" cardboard quills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Shuttle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't just a tool — it's an extension of your creative expression. With two bobbins loaded and ready, you can switch colors instantly mid-row or weave with up to four colors at once. The open bottom design makes this shuttle lighter and faster than its closed bottom counterpart, and gives you the ability to add tension to your weft from above or below the bobbin — a subtle but powerful advantage for weavers who demand clean, consistent picks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYarn Capacity (per bobbin, using 5\/2 Cotton)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 3.5\" bobbin: 120 feet (40 yards \/ 36.6 meters)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 12\" (305mm) — Width: 1.375\" (34.9mm) — Height: 0.75\" (19.1mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApproximate Weight by Wood Species\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWood Species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eGrams\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eOunces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaple\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e67.35g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.37 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCherry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59.21g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.08 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWalnut\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59.51g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.09 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePurple Heart\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e81.84g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.88 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePadauk\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e74.90g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.64 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eQuartersawn White Oak\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e76.55g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.70 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWood Species Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll shuttles are finished with eco-friendly Danish oil (fine sanded, applied, sanded, reapplied) for a smooth, silk-like feel. Padauk shuttles are left unfinished to prevent surface crystallization that could transfer to your weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Looms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks with table looms, folding looms, floor looms, and any loom type with a shed large enough to accommodate a 12\" shuttle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore My Full Shuttle Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a single-bobbin shuttle? I handcraft every shuttle in my lineup from the same premium hardwoods with the same care and attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/slim-boat-shuttle-closed-bottom-8-10-12\" title=\"Slim Boat Shuttle - Closed Bottom (8, 10, or 12 inch)\"\u003eSlim Boat Shuttle — Closed Bottom\u003c\/a\u003e — A closed bottom design that protects your yarn and prevents snags. Three sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/slim-boat-shuttle-open-bottom-8-10-or-12\" title=\"Slim Boat Shuttle - Open Bottom (8, 10, or 12 inch)\"\u003eSlim Boat Shuttle — Open Bottom\u003c\/a\u003e — A lighter, faster-gliding design with open bottom access for adding weft tension above or below the bobbin for precise, accurate picks. Three sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/double-bobbin-boat-shuttle-closed-bottom\" title=\"12-Inch Slim Double Bobbin Boat Shuttle - Closed Bottom\"\u003eDouble Bobbin Boat Shuttle — Closed Bottom\u003c\/a\u003e — Two bobbins, closed bottom design for yarn protection and snag prevention. Instant color changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed Extra Quills?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardboard quills are available separately for $2.00 each. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cardboard-weaving-quills-boat-shuttle-bobbins\" title=\"Cardboard Weaving Quills - Boat Shuttle Bobbins\"\u003eCardboard Weaving Quills — Boat Shuttle Bobbins\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this or any of my products, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I’m always here to answer questions and give advice or tips on any of my products and their uses. I typically respond within five minutes, which I believe is extremely important in building rapport, credibility, and getting to know you as a customer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProudly Made in America\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you so much for considering my shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for weaving applications on table looms, floor looms, and folding looms. Holds two 3.5\" weft yarn bobbins on cardboard quills for smooth shuttle passes across warp threads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from premium hardwoods (Maple, Cherry, Walnut, Purple Heart, Padauk, or Quartersawn White Oak) with eco-friendly Danish oil finish (except Padauk, which is unfinished). Includes 1\/16\" music wire axle and stainless steel washers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Restrictions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for ages 12 and up with basic weaving knowledge. Not a toy. Contains small parts (axle, washers) that may present choking hazard for young children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotential Hazards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains small metal parts (axle, washers) that may present choking hazard if swallowed. Music wire axle has sharp ends — handle with care. Wood edges may cause splinters if shuttle is damaged or improperly sanded. Keep small parts away from children under 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsage Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind weft yarn onto cardboard quills and load both quills into the shuttle. Place a washer on each end of the axle, insert through the shuttle body and quills, and ensure axle is fully seated before use. Thread yarn through the yarn guides before weaving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe wooden body clean with dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not submerge in water or expose to excessive moisture. Reapply Danish oil finish as needed to maintain smooth surface. Store in dry environment away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisposal Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood body may be recyclable or compostable depending on local guidelines. Metal components (axle, washers) should be recycled as scrap metal. Dispose of responsibly according to local waste regulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiley Wood and Fiber Art\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpokane, WA 99217\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:jason@rileywoodandfiberart.com\" title=\"Email Riley Wood and Fiber Art\"\u003ejason@rileywoodandfiberart.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riley Wood and Fiber Art","offers":[{"title":"Maple","offer_id":55370420322472,"sku":"OBDBBSM","price":73.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cherry","offer_id":55370420355240,"sku":"OBDBBSC","price":74.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":55370420388008,"sku":"OBDBBSW","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple Heart","offer_id":55370420420776,"sku":"OBDBBSPH","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Padauk","offer_id":55370420453544,"sku":"OBDBBSP","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quartersawn White Oak","offer_id":55370420486312,"sku":"OBDBBSQSWO","price":73.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/8243\/7800\/files\/obdbbs1.jpg?v=1776255391","url":"https:\/\/rileywoodandfiberart.com\/products\/double-bobbin-boat-shuttle-open-bottom","provider":"Riley Wood and Fiber Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}