Walking Machine - Cardboard Automaton Kit
3-3-24-011
Product Details
U.K.
Behold the marvelously ingenious magnificent "Walking Machine", an automaton of such cardboardy brilliance that even the most stoic Victorian would applaud its ingenuity! This delightful contraption, crafted entirely from the most eco-friendly cardboard, requires neither glue nor sorcery to assemble. Simply push out the pieces, slot them together with the precision of a clockmaker (using the charmingly detailed instructional poster or an optional video guide if you find yourself flummoxed), and voilà! With a turn of the handle, watch your mechanical masterpiece spring to life and "fly" with whimsical elegance.
No plastic sullies this magnificent creation—nay, all remnants and offcuts are entirely compostable or recyclable, ensuring your conscience remains as clean as a freshly polished tea set. The Walking Machine is a joy for all, though younger children (under eight years old) may require a helpful hand from an older, wiser family member to assemble this contraption of moderate difficulty (we rate it 3 out of 5). Fear not, for this makes it a splendid family project, combining teamwork with a hearty dose of mirth.
Once completed, the Magnificent Walking Machine is less of a toy and more of a triumph—a mechanical ornament destined to elicit gasps of admiration. It’s a delightful distraction for those with a penchant for invention, a love of tinkering, or simply a desire to marvel at the finer things in life. Prepare for mechanical enchantment, and may your parlor never be the same again!
Includes:
- Die cut paper and cardboard sheets
- Step-by-step illustrated instructions
Assembled Size: 14.5 x 15 x 13 inches
Age Recommendation: 8 - 99 years old
Difficulty: 3 out of 5
Kit made from recycled paper. No glue necessary.