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Overview2016 Reprint of 1950 Second Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Classic reference describes in detail hundreds of implements in use in the American colonies in the 18th century. Over 250 illustrations depict tools identical in construction to ancient devices once used by the Greeks, Egyptians, and Chinese, among them axes, saws, clamps, chisels, mallets, and much more. An invaluable source book. All illustrations have been faithfully reproduced. Chapters include: Tools for Felling, Splitting, & Log Sawing pg 1 Tools for Moving & Measuring pg 35 Tools for Holding & Gripping pg 69 Tools for Surfacing, Chopping, & Paring pg 81 Tools for Shaping & Fitting pg 136 Tools for Fastening & Unfastening pg 235 Tools for Sharpening pg 283 Addenda pg 303 Bibliography pg 313 Index pg 317 Full Product DetailsAuthor: Henry S MercerPublisher: Martino Fine Books Imprint: Martino Fine Books Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.535kg ISBN: 9781614279549ISBN 10: 1614279543 Pages: 348 Publication Date: 13 April 2016 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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