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Model of Rolling and Slitting Mill, English, c. 1781

Collection:  SCM - Motive Power
Object Name:  models; slitting mills; rolling mills
Maker:  Watt, James, 1736-1819
Place Made:  Birmingham, Borough of Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Date Made:  1776-1786
Materials:  oak; iron; brass; complete
Measurements:  overall: 1240 x 1660 x 604 mm

Description:  Model of Rolling and Slitting mill driven by two connecting rods, one beam, and fitted with sun and planet stepped gearing. Possibly made by James Watt (1736-1819) in Birmingham, England, c. 1781.

Object Number:  1876-1243

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