Old belfry 44pcs - 3d wooden mechanical puzzle

Former belfry - medieval mechanical wooden automaton

TheFormer belfry is a piece of captivating modeling that carries medieval aesthetics directly on your desk or shelves. This wooden 3D puzzle is not just a decorative object: it is a compact automaton with each gear involved in an animated and detailed staging. A perfect fusion between ancient watchmaking and the art of mechanical puzzle.

Synchronised and interactive mechanism

The belfry is designed around a system of apparent gears that coordinates several simultaneous movements. By manually operating the main toothed wheel, you trigger:

• The clock dial: The hour and minute hands rotate in rhythm at the heart of the tower.
• Mobile pendulum: A fluid oscillating movement that faithfully simulates the beat of ancient bell clocks.
• The dynamic rudder: Located at the top, it represents a trumpeter whose banner is animated by the mechanism.

A unique narrative scenography

This model is distinguished by the integration of fanciful characters who liven up during operation, telling a story at each gear tower:

• Acrobate: A character suspended from the minute hand, rotating with the mechanism in a playful posture.
• The repairer: An artisan climbing to a scale below the dial, adding a touch of life to the monument.
• The mystery character: A stolen door at the back of the tower reveals a suspicious individual, inviting the user to imagine his own medieval legends.

Technical specifications

• Type: Manual gear actuator.
• Design: Medieval architecture with visible mechanism (Open Design).
• Assembly: Embosing system without glue or tools (Zero Glue).
• Materials: High quality wood laser cutting for optimal precision.
• Included in the kit: Precut wood boards, detailed and illustrated assembly instructions.