Gear number two is cut and spoked.
The one I finished last week has 180 teeth and was cut from 1/4” brass. This one is a little smaller, only 150 teeth, and was cut from 3/16. While the thinner material was easier to saw out, it was also scaled down and the details were even smaller. I had to use a very thin 4/0 jewelers saw blade in a few spots. In some areas I even used magnifiers while sawing it out.
I’m looking forward to sculpting this one. Both of these gears will be very visible once the clock is finished, so I’m really taking my time with them.
More next week!
