4.5G Standard
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TH860
Standard-gauge 4.5 mm (standard) punch-card knitting machine modeled after classic Brother KH-series beds. Good for multi-stitch patterns like slip, tuck, weave, and Fair Isle; usually includes lace carriage.
$1,799 Lead time: 12-14 weeks
Ships to Continental US only
Specifications
Gauge 4.5G (4.5mm)
Needle Bed 200 needles (53")
Yarn Range 2,000–10,000 YPP
Craft Yarn Council Standards 
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– Patterning punchcard
Weight 31 lbs
What this machine does well
- Standard-gauge versatility (everyday yarns)
- Punch-card patterning built in
- Good for fair isle, tuck, slip, weave stitches
- Reliable and approachable for hobbyists
- Best for: Everyday sweaters, accessories, patterned knits
What's Included
- Main knitting machine
- Patterning system (punch-card)
- Standard accessories (tools, needles, weights)
Understanding Gauge
Machine gauge determines the spacing between needles and what yarn weights work best. A smaller gauge (like 4.5G) creates finer fabrics with thinner yarns, while a larger gauge (like 9G) handles bulky yarns for faster, chunkier knitting.
4.5G
4.5mm spacing
Standard
Fingering to DK
6G
6mm spacing
Mid
DK to Worsted
9G
9mm spacing
Bulky
Bulky to Super Bulky
Warranty
US Warranty: 90 Days labor on defects in materials and workmanship.