U-Gears – Antique Box

Description

Ugears — Antique Box

A decorative, mechanical wooden chest that doubles as a hands‑on model and secure storage for small treasures. The Antique Box is a self‑contained DIY project of 185 laser‑cut wooden parts that assembles without glue or special tools and reveals a clever, mirrored mechanism that opens multiple compartments and two hidden secret sections.

What it does

• The top lid and rotating upper compartments drive the internal mechanism to open the lower drawer and reveal six main storage compartments.
• Two concealed secret compartments are unlocked by pressing a hidden button at the rear.
• A locking latch secures the chest when closed, so you can tilt or carry it without contents spilling.
• Detailed floral carving on the outer panels gives the box a classic, ornamental look.

Practical details

• Parts: 185 wooden components (pre‑cut)
• Difficulty: Easy
• Assembly time: ~2–3 hours
• Tools/glue: none required
• Size (open): 28 × 22 × 20 cm; Size (closed/locked): 17.5 × 14 × 10 cm

What’s included

• All wooden parts, hardware and illustrated step‑by‑step instructions to assemble the moving mechanisms and compartments.

A charming gift or personal project that combines mechanical novelty with attractive display‑grade woodwork.