Blacksmith's Manual Illustrated (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781443772785)

This vintage book contains a practical treatise on the common methods of production for blacksmiths, apprentice blacksmiths, engineers, and others. Profusely illustrated and full of helpful tips, this volume provides a elementary introduction to the tools and techniques of the workshop, and is highly recommended for those with little previous experience. Contents include: "Forges for Hearths", "Cast-Iron Forge", "Brick Forge", "Hearths", "Pot Fire", "Tools", "Anvils", "Hand Hammer", "Tongs", "Hand Tools", "Anvil Tools", "Clippers, etc.", "Anvil Swages", "Small Anvil", "Angle Bar Tools", "Cutters", "Side Set Tools", "Radius Tools", "Spring Swages", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing "Blacksmith's Manual Illustrated" now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on blacksmithing.

Author: J. W. Lillico
ISBN-10: 144377278X
ISBN-13: 9781443772785
Publisher: Rimbault Press
Language: English
Published: 11/05/2008
Pages: 231
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.53d