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Audel Tm Millwrights and Mechanics Guide
Audel Tm Millwrights and Mechanics Guide
by Thomas Bieber Davis

Publisher Comments
Here, in concise, straightforward language, is the guidebook your father trusted, completely overhauled and updated for the first time in three decades. Clearly organized to help you find what you need, it covers tools, drawing and sketching, measuring and connecting, installation, bearings, motor maintenance, electrical devices, structural steel, and more. Everything about the newest equipment is here, as well as information vital to maintaining the older machinery still found in many shops....(read more)
 
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Art & Design in Modern Custom Folding Knives Art & Design in Modern Custom Folding Knives
by David Darom
Publisher Comments
The first book to document the unique art form of intricately carved, inlaid, and painted modern custom folding knives, this handsome volume features the work of 31 of the finest artists in the world. Hundreds of specially commissioned photographs... (read more)
Your Price $65.00
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Solders & Soldering: Materials, Design, Production and Analysis for Reliable Bonding.  3rd Edition Solders & Soldering: Materials, Design, Production and Analysis for Reliable Bonding. 3rd Edition
by Howard H. Manko
Book News Annotation
A standard reference in the field since 1964 (2nd ed., 1979), the present edition has been extensively revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in manufacturing, quality control, design, and materials engineering applications... (read more)
Your Price $30.00
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Machine Shop

The Machinist's Bedside Reader: Projects, Hints, Tips and Anecdotes of the Trade
by Guy Lautard
Publisher Comments
This book includes fully dimensioned, working drawings and detailed instructions for several interesting projects including 15 practical machinists tools and lathe accessories such as: A finger plate (flat vise) A caliper-type knurling tool A... (read more)
Your Price $26.95
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Foundry and Forging

Metal Casting: A Sand Casting Manual for the Small Foundry
by Stephen Chastain
Publisher Comments
Cast Metal in Sand Molds Using Your Own Backyard Foundry! Part 2 of the Sand Casting Manual continues by describing more advanced techniques. Using non-technical terms, Steve Chastain, a mechanical and materials engineer shows you how to cast metal... (read more)
Your Price $19.95
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Metalwork

Complete Metalsmith ProPlus Edition
by Tim McCreight
Publisher Comments
The Complete Metalsmith ProPlus Edition includes the Professional print version, plus a CD that contains the full text of the book in a format that you can read, search and print on your computer. Additional materials include the text of two additional... (read more)
Your Price $45.00
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Welding

How to Weld (Motorbooks Workshop)
by Todd Bridigum
Publisher Comments
Welding is a skill that any do-it-yourself enthusiast needs in his arsenal. It’s only when you can join metal that you can properly repair and create. This book is the perfect introduction for neophytes and an excellent refresher for veteran... (read more)
Your Price $24.99
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Metallurgy

The Colouring, Bronzing, and Patination of Metals
by Richard Hughes
Publisher Comments
The techniques of metal colouring, bronzing and patination are assuming a new importance in contemporary fine metalwork and design. Richard Hughes and Michael Rowe have assembled and tested the recipes included in this book, which is the most... (read more)
Your Price $85.00
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Knifemaking

Wayne Goddards $50 Knife Shop Revised
by Wayne Goddard
Publisher Comments
*Reveals secrets to crafting durable knives without spending a lot of money*Speaks to a ready audience: BLADE Show - -largest custom cutlery show in the U.S. draws 10,000 people each year*Presents simple, expert instruction in full color photosKnife... (read more)
Your Price $19.99
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Blacksmithing

New edge of the anvil :a resource book for the blacksmith
by Jack Andrews
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A thorough revision of a text originally published in 1977. Designed as a comprehensive guide for the beginner or a reference for the advanced metalworker, with complete coverage of tools, equipment, and creative and technical processes. Includes very... (read more)
Your Price $25.00
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Computer Numerical Control

Introduction To Computer Numerical Control 4TH Edition
by James V Valentino
Publisher Comments
Putting all the elements together, this book addresses CNC (Computer Numerical Control) technology in a comprehensive format that offers abundant illustrations, examples and exercises. It includes a strong foundation in blue print reading... (read more)
Your Price $103.00
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The Attic

Tool and Manufacturing Engineers Handbook, 4th Edition, Vol 4: Quality Control and Assembly
by Society of Manufacturing Engineers
Publisher Comments
The TMEH Knowledge Base "TM" CD contains comprehensive peer-reviewed text, tables, and drawings on all the important manufacturing topics presented in Volumes 1-9 of the Tool and Manufacturing Engineers Handbook series. The CD allows powerful searching... (read more)
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Wednesday, January 7, 2009
The Machinist's Bedside Reader
  1. The Machinist's Bedside Reader
    by Guy Lautard
  2. Metal Casting
    by Stephen Chastain
  3. Gas Burners for Forges Furnaces & Kilns
    by Michael Porter
  4. How to Run a Lathe
    by South Bend Lathe Works
  5. The Machinist's Second Bedside Reader
    by Guy Lautard
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