Speaking of Wobblers...

[cfellows]

This is one of the prettiest wobbler engines I think I've ever seen. It was sold on Ebay a number of years ago. It was called an Optical engine. As I recall, the flywheel was about 13" or so in diameter. I seem to remember that it fetched about $1600.

Chuck

 

[Metal Butcher]

WoW! $1600! You don't say.

We could build one like that!

I'm glad I'm not in this for money! I would have probably tripped and fallen down the steps in my rush down to the shop! :big:

-MB

 

[bearcar1]

That is a very attractive engine. I remember an engine that was listed on the big E site (I have a less than complimentary name for them) many years ago when they were just starting up. It was I believe named "The Heart" or something to that effect and I remember that the frame was open and shaped like a heart. It was a wonderful art deco appearance as well as having some well thought out engineering. I want to say that it fetched upwards of $2K, WAY to rich for my blood but I almost wish I had purchased it as it was one of the most unique engines I had ever seen. There are some spectacular examples out there and once in a great while they become available at sales and auction houses. Thanks for the photos Chuck.

BC1
Jim

 

[cobra428]

Very similar to this one

http://www.myersengines.com/engines/creators_vertical.htm

ony

 

[Stan]

It probably cost that much to make when all those pipe fittings were not made in China.