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Making Mechanical Toys (Hardcover)

by Rodney Peppe (Author) "This book is a companion to Automata and Mechanical Toys (The Crowood Press, 2002) which features modern makers and describes, with plans and photographs, how..." (more)
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Mechanical toys transcend categories of age with their universal appeal. Whether the mechanism is hidden or revealed, simple or complex, the cycle of movement allows you to simply turn a handle and see the magic work. Making Mechanical Toys explains how to make these wonderful and fascinating toys through a variety of bright and exciting projects. 17 original "gallery" mechanical toys have been designed and made especially for this book, which includes step-by-step instructions with over a 140 color photographs and plans for making the toys. Advice on tools and materials, priming and painting, and tricks of the trade draw upon the author’s wide experience.
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This book is a companion to Automata and Mechanical Toys (The Crowood Press, 2002) which features modern makers and describes, with plans and photographs, how to make the main mechanisms to be found in automata. Read the first page
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