{"product_id":"schacht-end-delivery-shuttle","title":"Schacht End Delivery Shuttle","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn end delivery shuttle, also called an end feed shuttle, carries its weft on a pirn that stays put instead of a bobbin that spins. The yarn pulls off the tip of the pirn and passes between a pair of tension pads on its way out, so it leaves the shuttle at the same tension on every pick. That even delivery is what reduces draw-in and gives you a better selvedge, and it's the reason weavers who've been fighting their edges tend to switch to one of these and stay switched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the pirn doesn't spin, the yarn stops feeding the moment the shuttle stops moving. There's no overrun to unwind at the far side, so you can throw harder and weave faster than you would with a boat shuttle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing between the 12 inch and the 15 inch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size sets which pirn the shuttle takes, and that's the practical difference between them. The 12 inch takes 6 inch pirns. The 15 inch takes 8 inch pirns, which hold more weft, so on a wide warp you'll stop to change pirns less often. Past that, pick the one you can throw and catch comfortably at the width you actually weave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePirn it takes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 In (30.5 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 In pirns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNarrower warps, and hands that want a shorter shuttle to catch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 In (38 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 In pirns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWider warps, where the longer pirn means fewer stops to rewind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll need with it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hex wrench for setting the tension comes in the box. You set the pads for the yarn you're using and then leave them alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePirns are a separate purchase, so add a pack of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/schacht-plastic-pirns\" title=\"Shop Schacht plastic pirns in 6 inch and 8 inch\"\u003eSchacht plastic pirns\u003c\/a\u003e in the size your shuttle takes. They come five to a pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePirns wind on a double end or an electric \u003ca href=\"\/products\/schacht-bobbin-pirn-winders\" title=\"Shop Schacht bobbin and pirn winders\"\u003ebobbin winder\u003c\/a\u003e. The single end winder handles bobbins only, so if that's what's on your bench, one of the double end models is the piece to add.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSetting the tension\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWind a pirn, thread the shuttle and weave a few inches, then look at your selvedge rather than at the shuttle. Edges pulling in means the pads are gripping too hard. Loops standing proud at the edge means they aren't gripping enough. Move the wrench a little at a time until the weft lays in and the edge stays where you put it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade in Boulder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchacht has built its tools in Boulder, Colorado since 1969, and this shuttle is hardwood out of that same shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Schacht tools are made to order. If we don't have your size on the shelf we'll either bring it into our warehouse or have Schacht ship it straight to you, which usually runs four to five weeks. Any question about fit, sizing or timing, call the shop at (509) 536-7746 or email sales@paradisefibers.com and we'll take care of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore options in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shuttles\" title=\"Browse all weaving shuttles\"\u003eweaving shuttles\u003c\/a\u003e and across the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/schacht\" title=\"Browse the full Schacht Spindle Co. range\"\u003eSchacht Spindle Co. range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schacht","offers":[{"title":"12\"","offer_id":42828233703600,"sku":"SH5031","price":142.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15\"","offer_id":42828233736368,"sku":"SH5030","price":139.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1169\/5498\/files\/schacht-end-delivery-shuttle-12in-and-15in.webp?v=1788199469","url":"https:\/\/paradisefibers.com\/products\/schacht-end-delivery-shuttle","provider":"Paradise Fibers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}