David 2 by Louet 8 shaft floor loom review

[@bobbinmad]

It was an ancient Dryad countermarch which my husband and I completely renovated for my first floor loom, and then I was devastated when I couldn’t use it. I’m sure you’re right. My David 3 should be here shortly and at present I’m worrying whether I shouldn’t have bought it! Actually, I can’t wait for it to arrive. Thank you very much for your advice and support. I wouldn’t be weaving at all if it weren’t for you and your courses, from my first rhl onwards.

[@KellyCasanova]

I don't think you will regret the purchase, I love old looms but new and modern looms feel pretty luxury! Please do let me know what you think of it once you're set up and weaving on it.

[@rkenn100]

Thank you for the clear review of this loom. My dream is to own a floor loom (I have a RH loom) and I was glad to hear a review from someone not necessarily affiliated with the company.

[@KellyCasanova]

I held that dream for a long time before I got mine. You can make it happen!

[@dorym8045]

I’m in the process of assembling my new David III floor loom (my long desired upgrade from my first floor loom). I watched this David review video back when it first came out and have aspired to that loom for some time. Thank you for your video content

[@KellyCasanova]

Bet you can't wait to start weaving on it, you will love it 😉

[@millar6070]

Kelly Casanova ,your new Louet loom is beautiful. I think your explanation was excellent, and very well articulated , with a larger loom yes it's harder to though the boat shuttle and catch it , but as you stated a floor loom is better, but getting time is hard when family and work are pressing , and chronic back pain, all call by. S i'm impressed with your loom , it looks like a counter march loom ,smooth easy action ,can never beat it.... Go and weave it's a very satisfying past time and all weavers find pride in their looms and projects... Keep the videos coming... Andrew from Melbourne....

[@bettyallen426]

Congratulations!!! It is a beautiful loom. Thanks for the tour. As always looking forward to more videos.

[@anniredale7207]

Excellent information. Much appreciated. I was looking at a baby wolf previously too. Had my Ashford table loom for several years but finding reaching up using the levers worsening the back pain

[@suem6004]

Good review. I own a Spring loom 110 cm which is not hard to weave though warping more challenging. I may have to consider this cute narrow loom. Re, break. Louet and Jane Safford came out with videos which really helped me. Learned so much about my Spring loom break and everything. There is one for the David as well.

[@KellyCasanova]

I did get a dvd with this loom and I agree, it's very helpful 😊

[@hebertjerome]

Thank you Kelly the loom is a beauty and your explanations are very articulate and easy to follow

[@jwstanley2645]

I too love Kelly's videos. Not to compete with her in any way, for those who might like a longer, more in-depth video about another Louet loom, the Spring Louet Loom, here is a link to one that goes through the features of the Spring many of which are similar to the David (here). kzbin.info/www/bejne/e56YpIavnJWqoZY Jane Stafford is Canadian (small world with KZbin). I would love, love, love, to participate in some kind of seminar with Kelly and Jane in the same room. Perhaps if a few people like Kelly and Jane could go make weaving a more popular thing in the Middle East, world peace could move about ten miles closer to reality.

[@bobbinmad]

Thank you Kelly. I’d love to.

[@jstallings2070]

That was a very thorough review. I often find many aspects of weaving are a little challenging for my back but continually work to find ways to minimize the impact. It is a very lovely loom. Thank you Kelly.

[@KellyCasanova]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Back problems (and shoulder!) are a nuisance for so many people and I agree that it is about minimising the impact and trying to work around the problem.

[@debr30]

This was a great video showing how a floor loom looks and works. I would love to try one out in person some time. My current dream is a table loom upgrade from the rigid heddle. I really loved the bloopers at the end. 🥰

[@KellyCasanova]

Thanks Deb, I hope your dream of a table loom can become a reality for you ❤️

[@mariannerogers8821]

A very helpful review - I bought this loom and I'm very happy with it.

[@KellyCasanova]

Wonderful! 😊

[@nancymcmullen5167]

I have the same loom, 70 cm, and I like it as well. I agree about the friction brake, I like it but I wish Louet published more info on setting it up and adjusting it. I do wish the raddle was deeper but like you I would highly recommend this loom.

[@KellyCasanova]

Nancy, how do you like the 70cm width?

[@nancymcmullen5167]

I also have a 40" Macomber so I have the width when I need it. I am happy with the smaller width on my David as I knew it would not be an only loom. Having said that, if I had to go down to one loom it would be the Louet. Macomber looms are made within an hour of me so used ones at good prices usually show up regularly. I do also really like the Macomber but I like the quietness of the Louet.

[@bobbinmad]

This is great, Kelly. Thankyou very much. I would like to ask if you have used a David 3 please? I have one on order but have found a listing for a David 2 which looks smaller with a lower breast beam than the 3 although the same width. I am very small and am concerned that I might have trouble with the 3 as I did with the previous floor loom I bought. If I could throw the shuttle, I couldn't reach the treadles! I can't visit to try either before I buy. Any advice you can give me will be very greatly appreciated. Dee

[@KellyCasanova]

Hi Dee, I don't think I can help you too much with this question as I haven't used a David 3. What is the width of loom you have on order? I am about 5' 3", shorter than average but not very short. I've had no problems with the David 2 with my height (it's a 90cm width).

[@Jill4Today]

Kelly, great channel! I'm planning on purchasing the David 2 like you have and have a question for you: Is the friction brake standard on this loom? In all the photos I've seen, it doesn't appear to be on the loom. And I definitely want it. Help?? Thanks from Oregon.

[@KellyCasanova]

Yes, with the new DAVID 2 version, the friction brake is standard. On the former David release, it wasn't, so be sure to check and know which one you are getting when you order 😉

[@FamilyFunTrain]

Thank you for the great review. Your warps are always so beautiful and I've been very interested in the loom you got. Mine is a LeClerc Nilus and was given to me. The David is a beautiful loom. The compact size is amazing and it's really clever how you can get up close to warp! I am not sure I like the sliding beater though. Thanks for sharing your loom Kelly.

[@bobbinmad]

Thank you, Kelly. Mine is going to be 70cms as I don’t have a lot of space available. It’s not the width I’m worried about but the height of the breast beam as I’m 5ft 1” tall and concerned that if I sit high enough to be able to throw the shuttle without hunching my shoulders, my legs won’t be long enough to reach the treadles as that has happened in the past. There’s only 1/2” difference in height of breast beam between the 2 and 3 so I’m just hoping I will. Otherwise I’ll have to buy some platform shoes. (Just joking!)

[@KellyCasanova]

OK, interesting. But what was the loom that you had trouble with in the past? Because for me, sitting at my David compared to sitting at my much larger old countermarch loom is so vastly different. The David is so compact that it's easy for me to get very comfortable using a height adjustable piano stool. I can't say exactly without knowing your leg length measurements, torso height etc (and they would be weird details to ask someone for! 😆) but it sounds to me like the David will be a good fit for you. Are you on Facebook at all? There are plenty of David weavers in the floor loom/8 shaft groups who could share their experience with you. If you're not on FB I'm more than happy to ask in one of the groups for info from weavers of a similar height?

[@Woolmouse]

Thank you for the review it was great I also have the same loom I love it. But I'm not a big fan of the rattle because I just don't understand the metric system. Currently trying to put a 9-in warp on and the rattle math just boggles my mind. Can you tell me how you would figure out the math for the rattle?

[@KellyCasanova]

Yes, the simple way is to measure 1 inch on the raddle and count the number of spaces. Then, using the sett (epi) for your weaving project, you can figure out how many threads you need to place in each space, based on your number of threads per inch 😊

[@ml5684]

Hi Kelly, thank you for the informative video. Can you please advise as to whether one can do tapestry weaving on this particular floor loom or any other floor loom that you have used.

[@KellyCasanova]

Technically you can, as you can get a good, tight tension. You would need to use a tapestry beater to pack the weft down. I don't use it for tapestry - I have a tapestry loom for that.

[@ml5684]

@@KellyCasanova hi Kelly, thank you for getting back to me so quickly and for your response as well. Are you still using the david 2 louet loom? If not is there a particular reason why and have you found better floor looms?

[@KellyCasanova]

@@ml5684 I'm definitely still using it and I still love it 😊

[@ml5684]

@@KellyCasanova thank your quick response. so in regards to tapestry, did you eventually get the mirrix loom? is it good? can one do tapestry weaving with fine silk thread on this loom? i do apologize for the many questions

[@KellyCasanova]

@@ml5684 Yes, a Mirrix, the review is here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/poSadJaJo7uUf7s I haven't experimented too much with thinner threads on it yet.

[@gingerbanyai-riepl8539]

I am curious what your thoughts are on replacing metal heddles with texsolv. I bought a vintage 4 shaft table loom with metal heddles and was thinking if it would work just as well if I replaced the metal heddles with texsolv. I also got a large floor loom with metal heddles. That one won't bother me if it's noisy since I'll have to use it in the garage, but someday it may end up in the house.

[@KellyCasanova]

Yes, it's definitely an option. Many weavers with metal heddles will make the swap for quieter and lighter treadling 😊

[@irenecaio]

Thank you for this excellent review. i have one question, does the spring system on the David give it an even warp, i.e. Are the lower warp threads at the same tension as the upper ones when treadling and if not is this noticable on the finished article?

[@KellyCasanova]

Irene, the tension is excellent, providing you get it right whilst warping.

[@irenecaio]

Thank you. Must start saving up!

[@KellyCasanova]

That's what we did, save and save and eventually you get there :)

[@alpacabydesignshop]

I just watched another David review and the man in the video said if you rub a little soap on the gliding rods it will move very smooth. Is the back beam removable? I thread heddles from the back instead of the front.

[@KellyCasanova]

I have heard of others "greasing" the rods for smoother gliding, I have felt a bit afraid to do it myself in case of a weird greasy build up. I'll keep it in mind though. No, back beam is not removable.

[@ceritat625]

Kelly, I have been watching all your lovely videos, and I feel inspired to buy the Louet David. I have been thinking about the David for a very long time, but just resisting because I am not sure how well I would do with a floor loom (more about coordination really). However this week I think I have to make a decision as I will been waffling about this long enough. Do you still love the David a few years on since you bought it? I contacted Louet today and there is one David left for sale before the next shipment :).

[@KellyCasanova]

Yes, I still think it's a wonderful loom, there are some things that I would probably change about it if I could, but they are trifles really 😊

[@ceritat625]

@@KellyCasanova Thank you for your reply. I have to make a decision soon. Having never used a floor loom before (only table ones), I am a bit nervous :). Keeping asking myself, will be able to use treadles? I will post here if I do go ahead ;).

[@KellyCasanova]

@@ceritat625 That's why I started out with a table loom and later upgraded to the floor loom.

[@ceritat625]

@@KellyCasanova I did it! Very happy and nervous too :), but glad that I did it. Thank you again for all your feedback.

[@KellyCasanova]

@@ceritat625 Wow, congratulations! Let the fun begin 😄

[@ellenblack5376]

Thank you Kelly !

[@kirstenfloyd158]

Where did you purchase it from for under $4000? I am tossing up between floor looms at the moment. I am also in Australia

[@KellyCasanova]

I purchased from Liz Calnan from Sydney and she and her husband delivered it to me themselves in Melbourne! Thread Collective in Qld also sells them. Let me know if you need more details 😉

[@kirstenfloyd158]

@@KellyCasanova thanks, I knew Thread Collective sold them. I bought an Erica loom from them and am very happy with Thread Collective and their customer service etc. I was just curious if there was somewhere cheaper. Thank you for getting back to me. Does Liz have a business website or anything to find her?

[@KellyCasanova]

@@kirstenfloyd158 loomsandspinningwheels.com.au/pages/about-us

[@KellyCasanova]

@@kirstenfloyd158 Actually it looks like prices have gone up quite a bit since I bought mine 4 years ago 😕

[@kirstenfloyd158]

@@KellyCasanova I did see that, Thread Collective are cheaper. But prices do go up. I'm still not decided on looms yet. Thank you though for your responses!

[@designdolphin]

What type of loom is this? Jack, Counter-Balance or Counter-Marche?

[@KellyCasanova]

Similar to a Jack loom, it's a sinking shed.

[@designdolphin]

@@KellyCasanova Thabks for your reply.

[@maryloukelly7696]

I watched your video from Aug 19, 2016. I liked the design & colors very much. I hoped to see the finished product. You never showed it.

[@KellyCasanova]

Hmm, I'm sure I have photos of those towels somewhere...

[@gabrielea.2594]

Thank you for the interesting review. I am looking for a compact floor loom, and first i think about the Baby wolf. But i dont know, if it is to noisy for the neighbors...Why do you choose the David and not the Baby wolf or the ashford floor loom? Excuse my bad english, thanks for all informations.

[@KellyCasanova]

I looked at the Baby Wolf too, but it was going to be much more expensive to have it shipped here, whereas there are already a couple of Louet suppliers here already. I preferred the look of the David also. The Ashford floor looms were a bit out of my price range.

[@siobhanhynes5640]

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[@alisegri5791]

Thunk you for this weaving

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@jwstanley2645]

Indeed, Cheap and Floor Loom is an oxymoron, like Jumbo Shrimp. These puppies are costly. Thank heavens for happy hubbies.

[@KellyCasanova]

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