1903 Ransomes Automaton, Patent Gear 24 inch.

 

The “Automaton Patent Gear” model was introduced in 1896.

 

The 24 inch Automaton Patent Gear machine was designated as a “Donkey or Pony Mower” the pony would pull the machine usually with an attendant at its head and a man would guide the mower from the handles. The pony would have worn large leather shoes to protect the lawn surface.

 

The Automaton was also available as a Chain Driven machine designated “Automaton Patent Chain”, each machine was made in sizes from 6 inch width to 24 inch width in 2 inch increments, with Horse Mowers of a similar but much heavier design available at 30 and 36 inch width.

 

The 24 inch machine we used as reference for our model was supplied to and used at a private estate near Bristol and dates from about 1900.

 

 

The model is a static display piece with no moving parts, it is not a toy.

 

Each model is hand assembled from individually cast white metal components, which had been hand spray painted. Its construction is labour intensive and does not involve automated machinery.

 

The whole manufacturing process is completed in the small Brooklin factory located in Bath, England

 

Model Ref No. O.L.C. 01

Model Price:                 £75.00 + P&P

 

To Order call:               01225 332400

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