12" Slim Double Bobbin Boat Shuttle - Open Bottom

Two 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.

Key Features:

• ✓ Holds two 3.5" boat shuttle bobbins simultaneously — instant color changes
• ✓ 12" length — same proven dimensions as my standard 12" Slim Boat Shuttle
• ✓ Six premium hardwoods — Maple, Cherry, Walnut, Purple Heart, Padauk, Quartersawn White Oak
• ✓ Open bottom design — Lighter weight and faster glide across warp threads
• ✓ Open bottom access — Apply weft tension above or below the bobbin for precise, accurate picks
• ✓ Dual yarn guides — Smooth yarn exit in both directions, no catching
• ✓ Ergonomic shape — Comfortable grip reduces hand fatigue
• ✓ Hand-sanded smooth finish — Eco-friendly Danish oil (except Padauk, left natural)
• ✓ Lightweight hardwood construction — Swift, agile movement for efficient weaving

What's Included:

One Open Bottom Double Bobbin Boat Shuttle (12"), bobbin axle (1/16" music wire), 4 small washers, and two 3.5" cardboard quills.

Why Choose This Shuttle?

This 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.

Specifications

Yarn Capacity (per bobbin, using 5/2 Cotton)

Each 3.5" bobbin: 120 feet (40 yards / 36.6 meters)

Dimensions

Length: 12" (305mm) — Width: 1.375" (34.9mm) — Height: 0.75" (19.1mm)

Approximate Weight by Wood Species

Wood Species Notes

All 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.

Compatible Looms

Works with table looms, folding looms, floor looms, and any loom type with a shed large enough to accommodate a 12" shuttle.

Explore My Full Shuttle Collection

Looking 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.

• Slim Boat Shuttle — Closed Bottom — A closed bottom design that protects your yarn and prevents snags. Three sizes.
• Slim Boat Shuttle — Open Bottom — A lighter, faster-gliding design with open bottom access for adding weft tension above or below the bobbin for precise, accurate picks. Three sizes.
• Double Bobbin Boat Shuttle — Closed Bottom — Two bobbins, closed bottom design for yarn protection and snag prevention. Instant color changes.

Need Extra Quills?

Cardboard quills are available separately for $2.00 each. Cardboard Weaving Quills — Boat Shuttle Bobbins.

If 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.

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General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) Information

• Intended Use: 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.
• Product Composition: 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.
• Age Restrictions: 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.
• Potential Hazards: 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.
• Usage Instructions: 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.
• Care and Maintenance: 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.
• Disposal Instructions: 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.

Riley Wood and Fiber Art

Spokane, WA 99217

jason@rileywoodandfiberart.com