Hit and miss engines were used by farmers many years ago here in the US. I see them on A. Pickers all the time. Never thought of that application, though.
Often referred to as Standing engines over here .............. I like the "start" button when the crank handle falls out and speedo replaced by a clock
Was in an antique store the other day and saw someone pick up one of those nautical compasses that stay level. I told the guy if he didn't buy it, I wanted it. Wanted to mount it on the Indian. I love the Steam Punk look on anything.