{"product_id":"leonardo-da-vinci-ornithopter-wooden-model-kit-build-the-flapping-wing-flying-machine-pre-cut-wood-moving-pilot","title":"Leonardo da Vinci Ornithopter Wooden Model Kit — Build the Flapping-Wing Flying Machine, Pre-Cut Wood, Moving Pilot","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.fl-wrap{max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,\"Segoe UI\",Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#1a1a1a;line-height:1.7;font-size:16px}\n.fl-wrap *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.fl-kicker{font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.14em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#6b6b6b;margin:0 0 8px}\n.fl-h1{font-size:27px;line-height:1.25;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 12px}\n.fl-lead{font-size:17px;color:#2b2b2b;margin:0 0 22px}\n.fl-fig{margin:0 0 26px}\n.fl-fig img{width:100%;height:auto;display:block;border-radius:12px}\n.fl-sec{margin:0 0 22px}\n.fl-h2{font-size:20px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px;line-height:1.3}\n.fl-p{margin:0;color:#333}\n.fl-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:12px}\n.fl-grid3{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr}\n.fl-grid img{width:100%;height:auto;display:block;border-radius:10px}\n.fl-sw{margin:0;text-align:center;font-size:14px;color:#555}\n.fl-rule{border:0;border-top:1px solid #e6e6e6;margin:30px 0}\n.fl-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:15px}\n.fl-table th,.fl-table td{text-align:left;padding:11px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;vertical-align:top}\n.fl-table th{width:40%;font-weight:600;color:#555;background:#fafafa}\n.fl-faq{border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;padding:14px 0}\n.fl-q{font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px;line-height:1.4}\n.fl-a{margin:0;color:#444}\n.fl-note{background:#f7f7f5;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;margin:0 0 22px}\n.fl-note p{margin:0 0 8px}.fl-note p:last-child{margin:0}\n@media(max-width:640px){.fl-h1{font-size:23px}.fl-h2{font-size:18px}.fl-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr}.fl-grid3{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-wrap\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"fl-kicker\"\u003eScience and Nature\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch1 class=\"fl-h1\"\u003eBuild the flying machine Leonardo drew 500 years ago.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"fl-lead\"\u003eLeonardo da Vinci sketched a human-powered flying machine in the late 15th century. This wooden kit lets you build a scaled model of it from his Codex Atlanticus drawings, with a bevel gear that makes the wings flap and the pilot's arms and legs move. All the pieces are pre-cut and pre-drilled. Finished, it measures 39 x 17cm and looks wonderful on a desk or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cfigure class=\"fl-fig\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/9170\/6458\/files\/4544ab53dfc5b89088b54b61f77d908dc095df06e9570ea9f2c4cadddb54225b.jpg?v=1793447525\" alt=\"Leonardo da Vinci Ornithopter Wooden Model Kit — Build the Flapping-Wing Flying Machine, Pre-Cut Wood, Moving Pilot\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n  \n\u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eFrom the Codex Atlanticus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"fl-p\"\u003eThe model is based on da Vinci's own drawings of the Ornithopter, one of his most famous designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"fl-fig\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/9170\/6458\/files\/a89f71a98a401fcd2af116720fd0122415fdff628a21724b9086aefd2db14a05.jpg?v=1793447526\" alt=\"Leonardo da Vinci Ornithopter Wooden Model Kit — Build the Flapping-Wing Flying Machine, Pre-Cut Wood, Moving Pilot - From the Codex Atlanticus\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eIt actually moves\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"fl-p\"\u003eA bevel gear turns the handle into flapping wings, and the pilot's arms and legs move with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"fl-fig\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/9170\/6458\/files\/e367edab632e67e781f99feef8cde00846707e1e1e545f62b2d1f3f5a29b5f59.jpg?v=1793447526\" alt=\"Leonardo da Vinci Ornithopter Wooden Model Kit — Build the Flapping-Wing Flying Machine, Pre-Cut Wood, Moving Pilot - It actually moves\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003ePre-cut and pre-drilled\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"fl-p\"\u003eEvery wooden piece is pre-cut and pre-drilled. All the components are in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eMechanics you can see\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"fl-p\"\u003eBuilding it shows how gears turn one motion into another. It is a hands-on history and engineering lesson in one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eA display piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"fl-p\"\u003eFinished, it is about 39 x 17 x 6cm in natural wood, and looks just as good on an adult's desk as a child's shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eFor makers of any age\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"fl-p\"\u003eA good project for curious kids with a parent, or for an adult who likes to build things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eHistory you can hold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"fl-p\"\u003eDa Vinci never built his flying machine. Building the model is the closest most of us will get to seeing his idea move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eA desk piece for adults\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"fl-p\"\u003eFinished, it suits a study, office or bookshelf. It is a good gift for engineers, history lovers and model makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n  \n\n  \u003chr class=\"fl-rule\"\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"fl-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeonardo da Vinci Ornithopter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-cut, pre-drilled wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMoving parts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBevel gear, flapping wings, moving pilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e39 x 17 x 6cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 600g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMade in\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaiwan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6704\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \n\n  \u003chr class=\"fl-rule\"\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eDelivery and returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fl-note\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping Australia-wide.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shipping is already included in the price, so there is nothing added at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow 7–15 business days for delivery. You will get a tracking number by email as soon as your order is on its way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturns.\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 days. If an item arrives faulty or is not what you ordered, we cover the return postage and sort it out properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eQuestions people ask\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fl-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"fl-q\"\u003eDo I need tools or glue?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fl-a\"\u003eAll components are included and the pieces are pre-cut and pre-drilled. Some kits benefit from a little wood glue for a sturdier finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fl-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"fl-q\"\u003eWhat age is it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fl-a\"\u003eOlder children with adult help, and adults. It contains small parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fl-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"fl-q\"\u003eDoes it fly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fl-a\"\u003eNo. It is a working model: the wings flap and the pilot moves when you turn the gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fl-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"fl-q\"\u003eHow big is it built?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fl-a\"\u003eAbout 39 x 17 x 6cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fl-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"fl-q\"\u003eHow long does it take to build?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fl-a\"\u003eAn afternoon for most people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fl-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"fl-q\"\u003eHow long will delivery take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fl-a\"\u003eAllow 7–15 business days. Shipping is free Australia-wide and you will get a tracking number by email as soon as it is on its way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fl-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"fl-q\"\u003eCan I return it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fl-a\"\u003eYes, within 30 days. If it arrives faulty or is not what you ordered, we cover the return postage and sort it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"fl-sec\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"fl-h2\"\u003eNeed a hand before you buy?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"fl-p\"\u003eIf you are not sure this is the right one, send us a message and a person will answer you. 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