Today was the day that I could collect the spiral prototype.
It has been a challenging assignment for the glassworker. A special template had to be made and the anticipated problems with the Pyrex unfortunately happened. It has, Nevertheless, turned out to be a beautiful piece of artwork!
The top and bottom spiral fit really well together, but can only be properly tested once the horizontal plate with the laser engraved wheels arrives.
This is how they look
Because of some last minute changes to the spirals and that they are handmade, the center hole is too small. This can be easily remedied, but will take a little time.
Next post will be the one where the prototype is assembled for the first time!