Standard Wool/Fiber Hackle
3.5" Triple Row
$85.00
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Standard Wool/Fiber Hackle
$85.00
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Handmade in USA
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Eco-Conscious
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Since 2013
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All products are crafted with care in Spokane, WA and built to last a lifetime.
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Manufacturing
Every piece is handmade with care in Spokane, Washington since 2013.
We use premium hardwoods and eco-conscious finishes to create heirloom-quality fiber tools built to last a lifetime. Each tool is carefully crafted in small batches with attention to detail and a commitment to sustainability.
All materials are sourced responsibly and finished with food-safe, non-toxic oils.
Handmade Standard Hackle by Riley Wood and Fiber Art
Hackle Widths Available: 3.5", 6", 12", or 18"
These standard hackles are versatile, powerful tools for blending and combing all fiber types. With .25" tine spacing, they're ideal for general fiber prep, coarser fibers, and creating beautiful roving with ease.
Key Features:
- ✓ Sharp, sturdy tines with 3-3.75" exposed length
- ✓ Available in 1, 2, or 3 rows
- ✓ Handles all fiber types and lengths
- ✓ Works perfectly with a diz to make your own roving
- ✓ Unique tapered design with 45° chamfered edges
Overall dimensions are between six and twenty-two inches by 1 1/4" by 1". The tines are seated ½" deep and following the taper, which is strictly an aesthetic choice. Except on the 3.5" hackle which is more or less meant to be a comb attached to a table without the combing pad. If you plan to always comb from a fixed comb, this option is great! I love the way these turned out and nobody's making their hackles like this. Making them more unique without losing functionality and capabilities. Each tine drops down an amount equal to the amount of taper on each side. Finished off with a beautiful 45° Chamfer on all edges. These provide a full 3.5", 6", 12", or 18" of space from one end to the other. A total of between 12 and 213 tines.
If you would like hackle hooks to secure your hackle to a table, check out my Hackle Hooks. If you would like protective covers for your hackle, check out my Hackle Covers. If you need a finer tooth configuration, check out my Fine Tooth Wool/Fiber Hackle
As a tool for combing, de-vegging, straightening, aligning, and the overall general prepping of your fiber for spinning, or in preparation for carding. Creating roving is super easy with a diz (anything semi rigid with a small hole in it). Load on your mix of fibers and gently pull your roving through the hole as you glide along the width of the hackle.
Hackle Widths Available: 3.5", 6", 12", or 18"
3.5": 6" x 1.5" x 1"
6": 10" x 1.25" x 1"
12": 16" x 1.25" x 1"
18": 22" x 1.25" x 1"
Standard Configuration Tine Density is .25" on center, and .25" between rows
Number of tines for Standard Configuration hackles:
3.5" single row, 12
3.5" double row, 23
3.5" triple row, 33
6" single row, 24
6" double row, 47
6" triple row, 69
12" single row, 48
12" double row, 95
12" triple row, 141
18" single row, 72
18" double row, 143
18" triple row, 213
Tines are 3/32" or 0.09375" or 2.38mm
These are finished with an Eco-Friendly Danish Oil, sanded, and oil is reapplied providing a durable, easy to clean surface.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this, or any of my products, please, do not hesitate to contact me. I'm always here to answer questions, give advice or tips on any of my products, uses/capabilities. I typically respond within five minutes, which I believe is extremely important in building rapport, credibility, and getting to know you as a customer, when appropriate.
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Product Safety Information - Hackles
- Intended Use: Designed for fiber preparation, ideal for combing fleece for spinning and fiber processing activities. Smooths and aligns fibers, removes debris and vegetable matter for cleaner wool. Must be securely mounted to a stable table or work surface using hackle hooks or C-clamps.
- Not a Toy: Keep out of reach of children—this product contains sharp metal tines and is not suitable for anyone under the age of 12.
- Potential Hazards: Contains sharp metal tines that may cause injury if mishandled. Keep away from small children and pets. Use with caution to avoid punctures or scratches. Use protective gloves if desired. Always use protective covers when hackle is not in use. Ensure hackle is securely mounted before use to prevent tipping or movement.
- Usage Instructions: Securely mount hackle to a stable table or work surface using hackle hooks or C-clamps before use. Ensure mounting is stable and will not tip or move during fiber processing. Always handle tines with care. Use protective covers when hackle is not in use or during storage and transport. If tines become bent or damaged, discontinue use and contact manufacturer.
- Care and Maintenance: Wipe wooden body clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Check tines regularly for damage or bending. Reapply Danish Oil finish as needed to maintain wood. Store in a dry environment with protective covers in place.
- Disposal Instructions: Hackles are made from durable materials including hardwood (maple), steel tines, and Danish Oil finish. Wood body may be recyclable or compostable depending on local guidelines. Steel tines should be recycled as scrap metal. Dispose of responsibly according to local waste regulations.
Riley Wood and Fiber Art
Spokane, WA 99217
Frequently Asked Questions — Standard Tooth Hackle
What fibers work best with a standard tooth hackle?
Standard tooth hackles are ideal for longwool and medium-grade fibers like Romney, Corriedale, BFL, and raw fleece with a staple length of 3 inches or more. They excel at opening, aligning, and blending coarser fiber preparations for worsted-style spinning.
How is a hackle different from wool combs?
Hackles are stationary tools — fiber is lashed onto the tines and drawn off in a continuous top, making them ideal for processing larger quantities at once. Wool combs are hand-held and worked in pairs, better suited for smaller batches and more controlled fiber prep.
Can I use a standard tooth hackle for blending fibers?
Yes — hackles are excellent blending tools. Lash multiple fiber types onto the tines together and draw them off as a blended top. Standard tooth hackles handle bulkier blends and natural fibers like wool, mohair, and alpaca particularly well.
What makes Riley Wood and Fiber Art hackles different?
Each hackle is handcrafted in Spokane, WA from premium hardwoods with tines set by hand for consistent spacing. Built for serious fiber prep, they're designed to last a lifetime of heavy use.
