Degree of difficulty 8 (out of 10)
Size when completed 26cm x 17.5cm x 6cm
The Cylinder and Beam are connected through the Watts Linkage and operate the
fly wheel and crank. The motive power is the handle which drives the whole thing.
A good illustration of a key machine in our industrial development.
Contents:
- Wooden components shaped and drilled
- Sandpaper to improve finish where occasionally necessary
- PVA glue
- Parts list
- Comprehansive instructions
- Hints on painting and decorating your model
Construct your own mechanical models
These delightful wooden kits could inspire a whole new hobby. Timberkits maintain
the magic of traditional Automata, at the same time offering intriguing fresh
design ideas. The Timberkits company evolved from a small craft enterprise based
in a cowshed in mid Wales and is now a thriving business with its own visitor
centre. The wood used in Timberkits is straight grained pine that has very few
knots and blemishes so ensuring quality and mechanical efficiency. Components
are produced semi automatically on specialist machinery developed by the Timberkits
company. Truly a gift with inspiration and creativity built in.