An illustrated guide to woodworking tools and how to use them. It describes in detail the actions of the tools basic to good woodworking. All procedures are explicitly illustrated and an appendix gives plans and dimensions for making a workbench and other necessary pieces of equipment.
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Aldren A. Watson is an illustrator and designer as well as woodworker and has written and illustrated many magazine articles and books, including The Blacksmith, published by Norton. He lives in Brattleboro, Vermont.
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In one sense, tools are simply things of steel and wood, attractive to the eye, perhaps even beautiful in their efficient lines, functional design, and appealing contrasts of texture and color. Read the first page
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In one sense, tools are simply things of steel and wood, attractive to the eye, perhaps even beautiful in their efficient lines, functional design, and appealing contrasts of texture and color. Read the first page
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Really handy to have as a reference for a small workshop. Good with identification of tools, and with taking care of and using them.
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By S. HONG
Format:Paperback
wow. this book is simply gorgeous. for a beginner like me it is a very informative coverage on the art of woodworking. beautifully and clearly illustrated on every page it teaches.
not only does it explain the hows and whys of hand tools' functions/application but also give plenty of tips and advice on how to avoid (costly) mistakes.
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By S. Cheung
Format:Paperback
I have recently taken an interest in woodworking. Being someone who like to learn about the theories before actually doing anything, I started buying and reading a number of woodworking books, and doing some experimenting and practicing with the information I learned.
This book is the most useful one that I have read yet. It is extrememly easy to read, and captures the basic techniques for using a number of common hand tools. The chapter on chisels is one of my favorites, and the chapter on planes has clearer instruction on how to use different type of planes than another book of mine that talks only about planes.
Reading this book after reading other "how to" books about joinery, furniture, etc. clarifys a lot of things, making the picture complete so to speak.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone
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Beautiful, comprehensive and a darn fine read!
Ordered this book for my son who appreciates information on tools, mechanical things, and how anything works. This is a keeper. The illustrations are fantastic. Read more
Published on Sep 26 2009 by Cedar Tea
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just what I needed
This book provides practical know-how and excellent illustrations in using western-style hand tools. Read more
Published on May 24 2004 by Andrew Violette
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Hand Tools: Their Ways and Workings
This book is an excellent primer for anyone interested in woodworking with handtools. Clear illustrations identify tool particulars and correct usage and maintenance of each. Read more
Published on Aug 13 2001 by M. Boutte
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Superb, thorough guide to working with hand tools.
Highly recommended. Studying and working from this book is the next best thing to taking lessons from a master craftsman in his shop. Read more
Published on July 7 1999
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A must have for new woodworkers .Good for seasoned vets too!
The author has a gift for explaining some complex techniques in simple English.
The drawings add immeasurably to the effort. Read more
The drawings add immeasurably to the effort. Read more
Published on Jan 27 1997
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The best book on using traditional woodworking hand tools.
In this book you will learn the tricks that a master
woodworker teaches his apprentice. It is the best book
on using and caring for traditional woodworking hand... Read more
woodworker teaches his apprentice. It is the best book
on using and caring for traditional woodworking hand... Read more
Published on Dec 3 1996
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