SUNBURSTING

Sunbursting is a decoration, formed by lines all having the same point of intersection, which gives the piece the appearance of a sun on its surface. This decoration is mainly used on barrels and sometimes on ratchets and crown wheels.

This decoration is done by machine. The difference between the different production methods lies in the damping of the machine setting. It is quite feasible for the semi-artisanal method.

This decoration is done by machine. The difference between the different production methods lies in the amortization of the machine setting. It is therefore particularly profitable for the industrial method.