I am in the market for a new loom. I currently own a Louet David and love it, but it's simply not wide enough for some of the projects I want to tackle- the occasional rug, blankets, table linens etc.
Both the Oxaback Lilla and the Louet Spring meet my requirements for a small footprint because I have a small home. I have not tried either and plan to do that at Convergence if I can get there. The Lilla looks wonderful but I am concerned about the lack of a brake release (I am used to one on the David). Is it a hassle not to have one? The Spring is beautiful, but there are lots of moving parts.
Does anyone have opinions when comparing the two? Which one is easier to warp, operate, etc? I am pretty short (5'1"). Is one easier to treadle than the other?
Just looking for some weavers experienced on these two looms and general thoughts and opinions. Much appreciated.