Hey Folks,

In this video, the most recognizable component of the mechanism continues to take shape, and becomes the first moving part within the plates. Please enjoy!

Chris.

One of the key tool technologies that needs to be explored around the Antikythera mechanism is the simple hand held file. So in these 2 Fragment videos I investigate the traditional processes used to make files in Antiquity. From hand cutting the teeth with a purpose made chisel, to hardening the file cutting surfaces using the original case hardening process. I have used materials consistent with the period, and reproduced the methods as close as I can get them to those practiced thousands of years ago.

Cheers,
Chris