The 'rock Bank' single yarn twist tester

Made:: Manchester

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Yarn twist tester made in Manchester
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Yarn twist tester made in Manchester. The 'rock Bank' single yarn twist tester, No 17 patent 32610. The fine Spinners and Doublers Association.

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Category:: Textile Industry

Object Number:: Y1966.22

Materials:: wood and steel

Measurements:: 510 mm x 273 mm x 345 mm,

type:: textile testing equipment

credit:: Gift of University of Manchester Institute of Science & Technology, Textile Technology

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The 'rock Bank' single yarn twist tester

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