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Artisan CG170 knitting machine

Last Updated on July 19, 2026 by KM-nerd

Artisan CG170 is a clone of the Silver Reed SK160 knitting machine. The website description says that its gauge is 7 mm (which makes it not quite identical to the Silver Reed SK160, a 6.5 mm gauge machine). It can be accessorized with a matching ribber, Artisan CG170. refer to the manufacturer’s page, Creative) for more information. Although this might be an older version without a lot of current info. Its younger sisters are Artisan CG170-70, Artisan CG170-70D and Artisan CG170-70D Plus knitting machines.


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