{"product_id":"celestial-explorer-mechanical-orrery","title":"Mechanical Orrery, 316-Piece Model Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTurn the Handle, Move the Planets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThree Versions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Wooden Classic (Small):\u003c\/strong\u003e the compact build — good for tighter shelves and first-time builders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeluxe Wooden Orbital (Medium):\u003c\/strong\u003e the most popular size, balancing detail against buildability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium 3D Metal Gold:\u003c\/strong\u003e the collector's version in metal alloy, with upgraded durability and finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails Worth Leaning In For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrank-driven motion:\u003c\/strong\u003e a turn of the handle sets the planets orbiting the sun — fully mechanical, battery-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA 25 mm magnifying glass:\u003c\/strong\u003e built into the model so you can study the fine map work on the globe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGothic lettering:\u003c\/strong\u003e dimensional engraved script that gives the piece its vintage-instrument character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWave wheel mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e the drive structure turns smoothly, with a satisfying feel at every rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning by Building\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembling 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/0754\/2706\/files\/gearfinch-celestial-explorer-mechanical-orrery-122-solar-sys-desc-257548c770.png?v=1785864648\" alt=\"Celestial Explorer Mechanical Orrery — Gearfinch\" width=\"768\" height=\"1367\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 316, precision-cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembled size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 330 × 320 × 350 mm (12.99\" × 12.60\" × 13.78\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2000 g (4.4 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 of 5 — challenging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e wood for the wooden variants; metal alloy for the Premium 3D Metal edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAs a Gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to customs policy, glue, battery, or pigment may not be included in the package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Gearfinch","offers":[{"title":"Deluxe Wooden Orbital","offer_id":47564148867250,"sku":"ST002","price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Precision Wooden Classic","offer_id":47564148900018,"sku":"ST001","price":48.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Premium 3D Metal Gold","offer_id":47564148932786,"sku":"ST003","price":698.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/0754\/2706\/files\/puzzloria-3d-wooden-puzzle-deluxe-wooden-orbital-puzzloria-celestial-explorer-mechanical-orrery-43347851313373.jpg?v=1781008137","url":"https:\/\/gearfinch.com\/en-de\/products\/celestial-explorer-mechanical-orrery","provider":"GearFinch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}