Wooden Watermill Wheel – 12 cm Diameter

Wooden watermill wheel designed to be proportioned for 8–10 cm Nativity figures. This is a high-quality handcrafted piece, made using natural materials and finished with meticulous attention to detail by LCR Presepi by Messi Leandro. It features a complex structure with internal grid-like spokes. The wheel is crossed by a threaded metal axle, and the outer rim is reinforced with transverse paddles. It is crafted from precisely cut wood, finished in a dark tone that highlights the natural grain of the material. The surfaces are smooth and well worked, with accurate detailing in the arrangement of the spokes and planks. This miniature watermill wheel is produced with great care and excellent workmanship. The combination of wood and metal, together with its complex structure, suggests suitability for both functional and decorative models. Its elegant and precise design makes it an interesting piece for enthusiasts of historical mechanics as well as for those creating Nativity scenes, dioramas, or hydraulic engineering projects.

Note: When the axle is fixed in place, the wheel can be driven by the force of flowing water acting on the paddles, setting it in motion. This effect can be achieved using a pump (available among related products) for water recirculation. Alternatively, if continuous movement without water is desired, the wheel can be fixed and connected to a geared motor, preferably with a speed of about 10 revolutions per minute, to ensure smooth and realistic operation.

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