This will deflate the STWers who think they're dead practical and crafty

Just WOW!
I give you the W32 mini engine.

I was humbled and awed when I saw this

That is impressive, but I still like myself a lot.

I like you too.

Yes, stunning – how on earth do people find the time for things like this?

So what does it power exactly?

This is better I think.

Yes, stunning – how on earth do people find the time for things like this?

Retirement looks like a beautiful thing

Quite dramatic music for a bloke doing some Meccano.

how on earth do people find the time for things like this?

I’m guessing he doesn’t ride bikes 🙄

Admittedly I’m in crap mood today, but…

It’s not really an engine is it? It’s a model that uses compressed air to power the ‘engine’ rather than it powering anything, it’s very beautiful, but you could buy them as kits not long ago. I’d imagine a watchmaker would think it’s a bit big and clumsy.

Now this….

3 years in design, 12 to build and a mini V12 that is an actual engine.,