RecordWrap reel< 1 of 1 > Back Made in Manchester
Wrap reelA wrap reel was used to wind a standard length of yarn which was then weighed to give the 'count' or fineness. This example was made by J Nesbitt of Manchester. Wrap reel used to wind a standard length of yarn for weighing, made by John Nesbitt Ltd of Manchester Until the middle of the nineteenth century by far the greatest part of Scotland's population was occupied in either textile manufacture or in agriculture. Spinning and weaving were, for most people, the two most important tasks outside food production. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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