This spindle made from local ash wood and it's covered with flaxseed oil and then buffed and polished with natural beeswax from my Dad's bee garden. I don't lacquer or cover spindles with chemicals, because I think that I should keep the wood alive and let it breathe and share its energy. This size of the spindle is medium, so it is the best variant for beginners and it's really easy to use. You can spin all types of yarn with this spindle and also ply. The spindle can hold up to 4 oz of yarn (100 gr). Weight: Approx. 1.3 ounce (38 gr) Length: 10 inches (25 cm) Width: 5.1 inches (13 cm)