Knittax Hobby
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| Knittax Hobby | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Knittax |
| Model | Hobby |
| Gauge | Standard |
| Type | Domestic |
| Patterning | Manual |
| Needles | 160 |
| Release Year | 1970s |
| Accessories | Basic tool kit, row counter, table clamps |
| Also Known As | Knittax Hobby 3 |
The Knittax Hobby is a simplified, lightweight standard-gauge knitting machine manufactured by Karl Steinhof in Germany. Designed as an entry-level model, the Hobby series targeted beginners and hobbyists looking for a portable and easy-to-use machine.
Specifications & Design[edit]
- Needle Bed: Features 160 steel needles, slightly narrower than the standard 180-needle beds of other Knittax models.
- Sinker Platinen Bed: Incorporates the patented Knittax weightless sinker system, allowing users to cast on and knit immediately without hanging weights.
- Operation: Fully manual operation. Perfect for simple stockinette, stripes, and manual stitch patterning.