Add to ORKGwhirra nOne end of the spindle tapers down into a point. On the other end of the rod, a grooved wheel is mounted. A cord fits into this groove, and extends around the circumference of the larger wheel. This small wheel on the end of the spindle is known in one area as a "whirrer" (Port de Grave,..). The cord which connects the two wheels was frequently made of homespun yarn or fishing twine. [reverse] p. 15 One end of the spindle tapers down into a point and a grooved wheel is mounted on the other end of the rod... A cord fits into this groove, and extends around the circumference of the larger wheel. This small wheel on ...