Sky Watcher Tourbillon Table Clock by Ugears | Assemble me. Catch the star moment!

Ugears presents the Sky Watcher Tourbillon Table Clock, a fascinating combination of imaginative celestial observatory and functional table clock!
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The standout feature of this functional and beautiful wooden model table clock is the rotating tourbillon that sits on top. In wrist and pocket watches a tourbillon mechanism helps increase accuracy by counteracting the effects of gravity when the watch is stationary. By seating the escape and balance wheel within a rotating cage, slight errors in timekeeping introduced by the force of gravity are averaged out. In table clocks and wall-mounted clocks a tourbillon often serves a more decorative purpose. This is true of the Sky Watcher Tourbillon Table Clock from Ugears, where the sphere of the tourbillon has been styled to resemble a large telescope observatory scanning the celestial sphere.
The Sky Watcher tourbillon mechanism has three axes of rotation: around the vertical axis of the clock, horizontal axis of the clock, and relative to the central axis of the inner sphere. The idea that you can build your own tourbillon out of composite wood, from a DIY model kit, without need of glue or special tools, is kind of amazing, but amazement is what our Ugears customers have come to expect.
Rather than an all-too-common clock face with hands, we have created additional interest by having the time display placed on reels. The minute reel rotates smoothly with the progress of the tourbillon, while the hour reel marks the passage of time with a percussive mechanism.
The wind-up clock operates based on the accumulation of potential energy in a flat spring, and the metered release of this energy. When the model is fully wound it can power the timepiece for approximately 2-3 hours, sufficient for long observation of the mesmerizing mechanism, or to provide a pleasant background ticking clock sound and visual diversion for a period of work or rest.
Discover more at ugearsmodels.com/ worldwide and ugears.ua/ in Ukraine.
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[@mbcommandnerd]

This is incredible guys! I love clocks, but don’t have enough wall space for the Aero Clock, so now my dreams of building a clock made by UGears can finally come true!

[@drseiso]

You guys just keep topping yourself with the designs. It's just a so marvelous model. Congratulations!

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi Omar, thank you.

[@yonahgreene]

That's unbelievable my brother was telling me about buying some tourbullon watch. This is made of wood!

[@Hellknight101]

I looove mechanical clocks and this one seems to be right up my alley! Definitely gonna try to get my hands on it for Christmas

[@DashzRight]

Already building mine, it is unbelievable

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Thank you!

[@Nanomaroni]

It‘s 2:30 AM and I just finished the Tower. Loading the Spring was scary but the video scanned with the QR code really helped me. Tomorrow I will assemble the Tourbillon but I need to buy sandpaper first. I have sanded every cog and every piece just a bit, so it’s a bit smoother to touch and the cogs can run better. I really can’t wait until it’s finished, I haven’t been this exited since I was a kid.

[@sleeplessengineer1450]

Thank you for finally giving us a proper metal spring instead of rubber bands. I'd even pay more if you offered this kit with a larger spring so it'd run for a day or two instead of just 3 hours. Give me metal axles and bearings too, also willing to pay more for that.

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi, thank you for sharing your feedback. Plywood has its strength limits, so the larger spring wouldn't work well, but we are working in this direction to create even more interesting models.

[@ZamhoidnLA]

@@ugearsmodelsua 👏

[@STIPHENTORRES]

This is so beautiful fr

[@sturdygurdy]

Beautiful! How long does it run?

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi Martin Thomson , Thank you for question. With the correct assembly of the model, mechanisms will operate for up to 3 hours on one winding.

[@Domingo-Ruiz]

¿Esto quiere decir que se debe dar cuerda cada 3 horas? ¿Es así?

[@kimon4700]

@@Domingo-Ruiz exacto

[@michaelbush4506]

This is an ingenious design, and very well executed! I did have to take the tourbillon apart and clean some things up before it would run reliable, but it is running well now. My only problem now is the hour wheel doesn't rotate by one hour, but sometimes by two hours!

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi Michael, we will be back with some tips on how to fix the issue. Feel free to contact our Customer Support Team at [e-mail] - they are always ready to help.

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi, try grinding parts #5 so they slide easily in parts #8 and 9. Please check that parts #18 and 12 are installed correctly (page #6, step 4). If you need any assistance with Ugears models, feel free to contact our Customer Support Team at [e-mail].

[@jameso322]

Hi how did you get it to run I have been having issues trying to get the ball to spin once I install it and wind it up the ball won't turn

[@joelozano7254]

There is a lever that drags on a large cam on the inside part of the hour wheel. I had to file down the cam at the point where it had to much drag from the lever. It was smooth after that.

[@Spetznatz01]

It’s definitely a very awesome looking clock and I’m sure if built correctly it will function perfectly. However, the problem I have is that it will only run for 2 to 3 hours at best. What’s the point of winding the clock up, setting the time then letting it run for those couple of hours. So it seems that only when you want to “play” with it you wind it and watch it for a little bit. At least your Aero wall clock can go around 12 hours, which is what I am thinking of buying. I love this one, but at $80 to $90 for a 2-3 hour run time is too expensive.

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi Steven, we understand your approach to choosing a model. But it is important to note that our kits are puzzles in the first place, so the main idea for many hobbyists is to enjoy the assembly and the working result. Some use the Sky Watcher table clock to set exam time for their students, and others - share their excitement about mechanics with their friends. However, you are right that the Aero Clock can work for 12 hours and more depending on the height and the adjustments made. Our Customer Service Team is always happy to help with making the clock run longer at [e-mail].

[@tonyperez3584]

would this work if I were to laser cut this out of steel?

[@timka2904]

Спасибо большое часы интересные сегодня доделаю верхний шарик Думаю ещё что нибудь у вас купить можете подсказать что то механическое

[@ugearsmodelsua]

У нас усі моделі механічні! Переходьте на наш сайт та обирайте модель, яка Вам сподобається :)

[@siyafsalim1]

On a single winding , how long it will works .. I am just comparing with normal mechanical pendulam clock winding

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi! When the model is fully wound it can power the timepiece for approximately 2-3 hours, sufficient for long observation of the mesmerizing mechanism, or to provide a pleasant background ticking clock sound and visual diversion for a period of work or rest.

[@Cubenga]

For how long does this clock run?

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi Jonny Nevanranta , Thank you for question. With the correct assembly of the model, mechanisms will operate for up to 3 hours on one winding.

[@FinlandTrotter]

Hello @ugearsmodels, do you have any data about this sky watch tourbillon's power reserve ? Best regards.

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi @FinlandTrotter ! When the model is fully wound it can power the timepiece for approximately 2-3 hours, sufficient for long observation of the mesmerizing mechanism, or to provide a pleasant background ticking clock sound and visual diversion for a period of work or rest.

[@FinlandTrotter]

@@ugearsmodelsua Thank you for your detailed answer !

[@Sergey30.]

Доброго вечора! Я дуже полюбляю збирати моделі ugears! Та хочу побажати успіху команді ugears!!! В мене питання: Чи можна якусь нову модель Вам зробити? Наприклад, Tesla Model X чи Toyota Land Cruiser 300!

[@mmawad100]

Where can I get the drawing for it to laser cut it myself ?

[@josephaldape6958]

Go ahead and take my money lol

[@張筱勻]

Can you give me the name of the background music?

[@kelvinkawinglo]

Is it modelling after a real triaxial Tourbillon?

[@J.D.Vision]

Is there a metal version?

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi @J.D.Vision! The Sky Watcher Tourbillon Table Clock model is made of natural wood, but the Tourbillon is powered by a metal spring.

[@asd0210a]

background music please

[@Dazdigo]

what's the accuracy of this clock? How long can it run before it needs to be wound again?

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi! When the model is fully wound it can power the timepiece for approximately 2-3 hours, sufficient for long observation of the mesmerizing mechanism, or to provide a pleasant background ticking clock sound and visual diversion for a period of work or rest.

[@ndmagic99]

Any assembly videos for this yet. The part at the end about setting the mechanism for 10 min is confusing. I can’t figure out what I’m supposed to be doing.

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi Eric, we've passed your question to our Customer Service team. Will be back with an answer soon.

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi Eric, Please, check that there are no burrs between the teeth of the gears. Wax all gears with paraffin, especially anchor gears #124 and 125. Check attention marks of parts #127 and 130 (page #42). You need to develop the sphere for at least 10 min (pages #55 and 56). Also, check that all the parts of the tourbillon are pressed tightly together. Develop each part of the model manually. You might find this video helpful fex.net/s/sdyblrd If you need any assistance with Ugears models, feel free to contact our Customer Support Team at [e-mail]. They will get back to you within 48 hours.

[@moode122all4]

☝👍👍👍👍

[@stefanonicolini2090]

I am having trouble reseating the Tourbillon. It doesn't want to turn in the direction the instructions specify. I'm not sure what I'm missing. Is there a video showing how to do this?

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi, thank you for your question. Our customer service is working on it, so we'll get back with the answer soon.

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi Stefano, Please, check that there are no burrs between the teeth of the gears. Wax all gears with paraffin, especially anchor gears #124 and 125. Check attention marks of parts #127 and 130 (page #42). Also, check the impulse pin parts for correct installation (page #46, steps #3, 4, 5, and 6). Follow the link to find the assembling video by our partners from the Netherlands - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3-npXqPfrSXsJY If you need any assistance with Ugears models, feel free to contact our Customer Support Team at [e-mail]. Several photos of the mechanism will help them identify the problem. They will get back to you within 48 hours.

[@Renscoww]

А будут большие наборы

[@Lorenzo8690]

on the site you can order and it says "date of dispatch November 19" what does this mean? What will be available next year?

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi Lorenzo, the Sky Watcher model is now for pre-order, and should be dispatched on December 17, 2021. In your case, it seems that you see a false date because of the cached version of the website. Please clean the cache for Ugears website in your browser to see the current information.

[@Lorenzo8690]

@@ugearsmodelsua thank you very much for your reply, very kind, I will immediately arrange the pre-order ;)

[@cyberunboxing69]

First 👍

[@antonii.zakhariak]

Модель крута але дуже складна, у мене не вийшло заставити його працювати стабільно 😢

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Доброго дня, Antonii Zakhariak. Дякуємо, що написали нам. Будь ласка, зв'яжіться з нашим відділом обслуговування клієнтів за електронною адресою [e-mail]. Вони зв'яжуться з Вами протягом 48 годин, допоможуть розібратися у чому причина і підскажуть, що потрібно зробити, щоб модель працювала правильно. Напишіть нам, якщо у Вас виникнуть додаткові запитання. Ми будемо раді допомогти. Гарного дня, Команда Ugears

[@sleeplessengineer1450]

I cannot express just how terrible this model is. It's missing the fundamental basics of a watch escapement, like the safety roller and the banking pins, which is why the pallet frequently falls out of place and the escapement stops. The jump hour also just doesn't work at all, as the little lever on step 3 of page 5 is too long to drop down to the tooth below. Even after filing this lever down, the jump hour works slightly better but gets stuck between the hours.

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi! Please, send several photos of the mechanisms from different angles to our Support Team at [e-mail]. This will help them determine the stage of the model assembly and provide a complete answer for the troubleshooting.

[@ugearsmodelsua]

Hi, please check the assembly of part #130 and the anchor wheel. Recheck assembly stages on pages #49, 52, and 54, and if you correctly installed metal washers in the tourbillon. Try aligning gear #171 (page #61) so that it runs squarely in the center of the holes in part #105. Carefully sand down parts #127 and 147. Then, parts will move more freely. Remove excess paraffin from mechanisms, as it can slow down mechanisms. The following video can help - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rITVnqGLqtaLfMk&ab_channel=UgearsModels

[@Hot_Man_]

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