Leclerc Weavebird Computer-Dobby looms are a series of sophisticated Computer controlled handweaving looms based on the Weavebird system conceived by Kevin Burns of Ireland. Designed for small production environments and those weavers looking for a high level of output, the Weavebird delivers a high degree of functionality without the corresponding high price and complexity found in scaled down production looms.
The Weavebird looms employ a unique enhanced Countermarch mechanism where the weight of each shaft is balanced off with a compensating counter-weight. This design enables the production of complex patterns while dramatically reducing the treadling effort and physical strain on the weaver. The actual effort required to operate the Weavebird's 16, 24 or 32 shafts approximates that of a 4 shaft counterbalance loom. This unique design eliminates the need for the expensive and complicated air/electric driven treadling assist systems required by some conventional multi-shaft designs.
The Weavebird loom's Countermarch mechanism controls both the rising and sinking sheds to produce a large uniform shed while minimizing the amount the yarn threads are stretched. Operation is simple with the weaver controlling the loom using two back mounted treadles to open and close the shed. The looms depth of up to 71 inch (180 cm) produces an excellent shed every time.
For a comparison of the Leclerc Weavebird with the other Computer-Dobby loom designs on the market today, see our Why Weavebird? section where we provide a detailed explanation of the Weavebird advantages.
While you may not be able to travel to our store to try the loom yourself, we are still able to provide you with a demonstration of its operation. The Weavebird loom weaving at 40 picks per minute can be seen on your computer via this short Video Clip. Note that this is a 3 Mb AVI file (.avi) so it may take some time to view on analog dial-up connections. Windows users can save the file to disk by holding the shift key down when clicking on the link with their mouse. If your computer does not have the application to open this file, Click Here to download a free QuickTime viewer for your Windows PC or Mac.
The dimensions of the different loom sizes are listed below:
| Loom | 27" | 36" | 45" | 60" | |
| Heddles (#) | 16 Shaft | 1,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 | 2,500 |
| 24 Shaft | 1,500 | 2,000 | 2,500 | 3,000 | |
| 32 Shaft | - | 2,500 | 3,000 | 3,500 | |
| Width | Weaving | 27" (69 cm) | 36" (90 cm) | 45" (115 cm) | 60" (150 cm) | Overall Loom | 44" (111 cm) | 50 1/2" (128 cm) | 59 1/2" (151 cm) | 74 1/2" (189 cm) |
| Depth | 16 Shaft | 49" (124 cm) | 61" (155 cm) | ||
| 24 Shaft | 54" (137 cm) | 66" (168 cm) | |||
| 32 Shaft | - | 71" (180 cm) | |||
| Height | Overall Loom | 68" (173 cm) | |||
| Front Breast Beam | 34 1/2" (87 cm) | ||||
| Weight | 16 Shaft | 200 lb (91 kg) | 240 lb (109 kg) | 280 lb (127 kg) | 320 lb (145 kg) |
| 24 Shaft | 240 lb (109 kg) | 280 lb (127 kg) | 330 lb (150 kg) | 385 lb (175 kg) | |
| 32 Shaft | - | 310 lb (140 kg) | 360 lb (163 kg) | 410 lb (185 kg) | |
Ordering a Weavebird Computer-Dobby loom is simple. There are 12 versions of the basic loom based on the number of shafts and weaving width required.
| Loom Version | Weaving Width | ||||
| 27" | 36" | 45" | 60" |  72" |
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| 16 Shaft | 1016-2700 $7,290 CDN $7,290 US |
1016-3600 $7,290 CDN $7,290 US |
1016-4500 $7,595 CDN $7,595 US |
1016-6000 $8,325 CDN $8,325 US |
1016-7200 $10,975 CDN $10,975 US |
| 24 Shaft | 1024-2700 $9,250 CDN $9,250 US |
1024-3600 $9,250 CDN $9,250 US |
1024-4500 $9,600 CDN $9,600 US |
1024-6000 $10,450 CDN $10,450 US |
1024-7200 $12,250 CDN $12,250 US |
| 32 Shaft |
N/A | 1032-3600 $11,125 CDN $11,125 US |
1032-4500 $11,650 CDN $11,650 US |
N/A | N/A |
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Every Leclerc Weavebird loom ordered from Camilla Valley Farm comes complete with the following extras to get you up and weaving immediately:
PLUS exclusively from Camilla Valley Farm Weavers' Supply:
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The basic Weavebird loom can be customized to fit the weavers application with a number of options including a Double Warp Beam to allow independent tensioning of two different yarn types, a Flying Shuttle Beater to speed up the weaving process and/or extend the weavers reach, a Hanging Overhead Beater, a Sectional Warp Beam to speed up the warping process and a Weighted Beater for rug weavers.
Leclerc also offers a choice of Loom Benches to fit all weavers and maximize their comfort while weaving. All of these options can be added to your Weavebird loom order or can be added to an existing loom at a later date.
| WEAVEBIRD OPTIONS | ORDERING INFORMATION | ||||
| 27" | 36" | 45" | 60" | ||
| Texsolv Heddles (Instead of Inserted Eye) |
No Charge Specify When Ordering Loom |
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| Double Warp Beam | Contact Us for Pricing |
6432-3000 $495 CDN $495 US |
6432-4000 $565 CDN $565 US |
6430-6000 $655 CDN $655 US |
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| Hanging Overhead Beater Option | 6395-9000 $235 CDN $235 US |
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| Sectional Warp Beam Kit | 1 Inch Sections |
6441-3000 $230 CDN $230 US |
6441-4000 $230 CDN $230 US |
6441-5000 $275 CDN $275 US |
6441-6000 $350 CDN $350 US |
| 2 Inch Sections |
n/a | 6442-4000 $200 CDN $200 US |
6442-5000 $225 CDN $225 US |
6442-6000 $295 CDN $295 US |
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| Flying Shuttle Beater | Contact Us for Pricing |
6471-4000 $810 CDN $890 US |
6471-5000 $810 CDN $890 US |
6471-6000 $870 CDN $950 US |
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| Weighted Beater Bar | Top | 1560-2700 $86 CDN $86 US |
1560-3600 $98 CDN $98 US |
1560-3600 $110 CDN $110 US |
1560-3600 $138 CDN $138 US |
| Bottom | 1570-2700 $110 CDN $110 US |
1570-3600 $128 CDN $128 US |
1570-4500 $145 CDN $145 US |
1570-6000 $180 CDN $180 US |
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| Adjustable Loom Bench (Height can be set between 21 and 25") |
6384-6000 $235 CDN $235 US |
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| Rocking Loom Bench (Height Adjustable between 21 and 26 3/4") |
6384-7000 $395 CDN $395 US |
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| Open Ended Loom Bench (26" High with open ends for storage) |
6384-4000 $455 CDN $455 US |
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Leclerc provides a 2 year warranty on the Weavebird covering materials and workmanship with parts replaced free of charge upon proof of defect. Camilla Valley Farm extends that warranty by 1 year providing a 3 year warranty for all Weavebird looms. Note that this warranty covers all the parts including electronics. In addition we manage the warranty process and provide technical support giving the Weavebird owner one point of contact to resolve any problem they may have.
This PC-based program allows the weaver to open standard weave draft files created by all the most popular design programs (ie. Fiberworks PCW, WeaveMaker, SwiftWeave, ProWeave, etc.) and use them to control the Leclerc Weavebird 16 or 24 shaft Computer-Dobby Loom.
The standalone program can read both .wif and .dtx file types and runs on any PC running anything from Win 95 to XP. Features include Pattern Repeat/Mirror/ Stop Control, Ground Weave Insertion, Plain Weave Mode as well as Loom Wake-up and Diagnostic functions. The software is included free with every Weavebird and Diana Computer-dobby loom ordered.
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CAN'T DECIDE? Contact us for help in answering questions about this loom, getting information about others or for help recommending a loom matched to your weaving level and needs. See our Leclerc Loom Comparison Chart for more help in deciding which loom is right for you. |
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