Italeri 3113 Da Vinci Rolling Ball Timer Kit  [IT-3113S]

Italeri Da Vinci Rolling Ball Timer by Italeri 3113 - Kinetic History

The Italeri Da Vinci Rolling Ball Timer recreates Leonardo's clever escapement in a compact, hands-on model. The kit demonstrates gravity-driven timing with interlocking gears and a teetering platform, making it both an instructive build and an eye-catching mechanical display for hobbyists and history fans.

Why This Model Matters to Modellers

Leonardo da Vinci's inventive sketches inspired mechanisms that still teach basic physics today, and this kit captures that spirit. Building the rolling ball timer gives a clear, practical look at gravity, momentum, and simple gear interactions in a way that rewards careful assembly and attention to detail.

Assembly Notes and Display Advice

Intended for builders who enjoy precision assemblies, the model uses fitted gears and parts that come together into a moving exhibit. With glue-required assembly and a finished kinetic action, the completed timer makes a distinctive display piece suited to a study shelf or modelling cabinet.