Ashford Wool Card, made of wood with metal teeth to card wool or other fibre. Used to straighten and fluff the fibre in preparation for hand-spinning. Cards also help to remove vegetable matter from the fleece.
The Ashford cards have a curved back which makes for easier carding. There are seventy-two wires per square inch. 225 x 125mm. which is approximately 9 by 5 inches. These are the standard cards used for wool.
Good quality, sturdy -- one set is good for years of use. Sold by the pair.
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