Planecraft - Hand Planing (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781445502984)

This antique book contains a detailed treatise on hand planing, designed as a workshop companion which will be of real service to the craftsman who earns his bread and butter by his craft. It will also be of use to the amateur who finds enjoyment in his leisure, and by the exercise of his craft. Complete with a plethora of helpful photographs and illustrations, along with a wealth of interesting information on history, technique, and variety, this text constitutes the definitive book on hand planing and makes for a great addition to collections of woodworking literature. The chapters of this book include: 'The History of the Plane', 'The Bench Plane', 'Adjustments of the Plane', 'Grinding the Iron', 'Holding the Bench Plane', et cetera. This text is proudly republished here complete with a new introduction on woodworking.

Author: Anon
ISBN-10: 1445502984
ISBN-13: 9781445502984
Publisher: Read Books
Language: English
Published: 05/07/2010
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.42lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.34d