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Arcane Mechanics of Ornate Horology
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Across
  • 1. Swinging rod heralded for revolutionizing time measurement
  • 2. Decorative lacquer technique often used on clock casings
  • 3. Spinning device preserving orientation via angular momentum
  • 4. Oscillating component governing a watch’s accuracy
  • 6. Beveled wheels crucial for angular power transmission
  • 8. Clock designed primarily for decorative shelf display
  • 16. Self-operating mechanical figure often integrated in clocks
  • 17. Indicator hand that jumps backward instead of continuous sweep
  • 18. Clock style exposing internal gearworks meticulously
Down
  • 5. Portable clock traditionally used for midday calibrations
  • 7. Regulates release of energy in precision timekeepers
  • 9. French term for the ticking mechanism in antique clocks
  • 10. Brass structural component anchoring clock trains together
  • 11. Rotating cage complication countering gravitational errors
  • 12. Spiral pulley compensating for spring tension variations
  • 13. Astronomical dial mapping stars in clockwork display
  • 14. Tool essential for energizing vintage mainsprings
  • 15. Out-of-time mechanism mimicking past horological designs
  • 19. Early escapement part causing notorious timekeeping inaccuracies

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