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Taking the fear out of chainsaws by emphasizing safe handling practices, this resource aims to put raw power in the hands of everyday yardworkers. With step-by-step color photographs throughout, 12 of the most common household chainsaw operations—such... [ More...]
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Widely regarded as a classic on the art of handcrafted knives, this guide has clear, detailed instruction on making knives. Covers tools, setting up shop, knife design, grinding, and more. Illustrations.
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Winner of the 1996 Stanley Award for best how-to book. "Ideas and inspiration galore".—"Wooden Boat Review". 190 color photos. 100 drawings.
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This volume contains papers presented at the 11th International Conference on Jet Cutting Technology, held at St. Andrews, Scotland, on 8-10 September 1992. Jetting techniques have been successfully applied for many years in the field of cleaning and... [ More...]
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A basic introduction to the features and functions of drilling machines, examining the forms they have taken from ancient times to today. An activity demonstrates how a drill works.
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A valuable manual for all woodworkers, you will learn how to sharpen and maintain all types of blades — handsaws, bow saws, dado acts, bandsaws, and more.
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Absorbing book describes in detail farm tools and kitchen implements and how they were made; includes devices used by curriers, wheelwrights, coopers, blacksmiths, loggers, tanners, coachmakers, and other craftsmen of the pre-industrial age. An informal,... [ More...]
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A first-ever book on the worldwide history of the chainsaw, an invention that transformed the forest industry and eventually became the indispensable companion of every red-blooded country dweller.
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Illustrated story of the revolution of the axe and its varied uses with photos from the author's collection and museums. Identifies the great variety of North American axes, dating from the Colonial period to the present. Detailed drawings and diagrams of... [ More...]
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"Chan takes you through the steps required to make the joint; even the most exotic joint will seem easy to make."—"Canadian Woodworking. "Outstanding instructions, illustrations, and colorful photos...All skill levels; should be part of most public... [ More...]
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