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Mechanical marvels made from wood

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@The NYC Toy fair 2008 I found a fantastic line of "Timberkits" these are wood automatons you build yourself: Dragons, pigs, drummers, piano players - you can also build a motor if you don't want to use the crank. I think these were one of my favorite things from the entire event.

Here's a video of "kissing couple".

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Posted by: Dug North on February 20, 2008 at 10:08 AM

These kits are the best way to get started with wood automata. These kits are also available online at:

http://www.timberkitsus.com/main.htm
http://dugnorth.com/automaton_kits.aspx

Enjoy!

Dug North

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Posted by: Dug North on February 20, 2008 at 10:11 AM

Oh...and in the UK, these kits are available from Cabaret Mechanical Theatre:

http://www.automatashop.co.uk/search.asp?types=yes&type=Wooden+Kits

Regards,

Dug North

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Posted by: Alessandro on February 21, 2008 at 12:03 AM

Great things come out wood.
Too bad too many times they are wrapped in plastic.

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Posted by: Mel Davis on February 21, 2008 at 6:45 AM

The entire range of 21 models is availabel in kit form or pre-assembled if you are short of time at www.timberkitsus.com
They also offer free laser engraving on all models regardless of whether you buy a kit or pre-assembled. The Kissing Couple is a great idea as a unique wedding favor for table decoration.
Check them out.

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