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Mechanical orrery model kit with handle-driven planetary motion for hands-on assembly — Gearfinch

Mechanical Orrery, 316-Piece Model Kit

€134,95
Sale price  €134,95 Regular price 
TypeDeluxe Wooden Orbital
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Turn the Handle, Move the Planets

An orrery is a mechanical model of the solar system — turn its crank and the planets circle the sun. This kit lets you build one yourself from 316 precision-cut pieces. No batteries, no motor: your hand drives the whole sky.

Three Versions

  • Precision Wooden Classic (Small): the compact build — good for tighter shelves and first-time builders
  • Deluxe Wooden Orbital (Medium): the most popular size, balancing detail against buildability
  • Premium 3D Metal Gold: the collector's version in metal alloy, with upgraded durability and finish

Details Worth Leaning In For

  • Crank-driven motion: a turn of the handle sets the planets orbiting the sun — fully mechanical, battery-free
  • A 25 mm magnifying glass: built into the model so you can study the fine map work on the globe
  • Gothic lettering: dimensional engraved script that gives the piece its vintage-instrument character
  • Wave wheel mechanism: the drive structure turns smoothly, with a satisfying feel at every rotation

Learning by Building

Assembling the gear train teaches you, almost by accident, how orbital motion is modeled — which wheel drives which planet, and why. The finished orrery keeps teaching afterward: it works as a hands-on demonstration piece in a study, living room, or classroom, and it invariably gets picked up and cranked by visitors.

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Product Specifications

  • Pieces: 316, precision-cut
  • Assembled size: 330 × 320 × 350 mm (12.99" × 12.60" × 13.78")
  • Weight: 2000 g (4.4 lbs)
  • Difficulty: 4 of 5 — challenging
  • Age: 14 and up
  • Materials: wood for the wooden variants; metal alloy for the Premium 3D Metal edition

As a Gift

For an astronomy fan, a puzzle builder, or anyone who likes their science with craftsmanship attached, this is a memorable one to unwrap — birthdays, holidays, Father's Day. They get a serious build first and a display piece for years after.

Good to Know

  • Due to customs policy, glue, battery, or pigment may not be included in the package.
Delivery & Returns

Delivery

  • Order today and it arrives in 5–8 working days.
  • Delivery options at checkout
  • Full details in the shipping policy.

Returns

  • You have 30 days from delivery to return unused, unassembled items.
  • Read the refund policy for exclusions, approval steps, and return-shipping responsibility.

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Questions before you buy

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How long does shipping take?
Delivery options and final costs are confirmed at checkout. View shipping policy.
What if I change my mind?

You have 30 days from delivery to return unused, unassembled items. Read the refund policy or just contact us — we’ll walk you through it. Change-of-mind return shipping is paid by the customer.

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