Turning Lathes, by James Lukin, Ed.. 432 Pages. Softbound. The subtitle of this period book "A guide to turning, screw-cutting, metal-spinning, ornamental turning, etc." gives a more precise idea of what the reader will find here. Most collectors, and a large number of woodworkers are only generally familiar with the fine art of turning. Here, in the pages of this book that was originally published in 1894, one will find all of the secrets of the many specialized forms of turning and spinning, as well as the special sharpening techniques for the tools used in those crafts. In addition to the thoroughly entertaining and well-illustrated text, the catalogue of the Brittania Company, a period dealer in metalworking tools, complete with original engravings, is included. For a look at the lost world of metalworking as it existed at the dawn of the Industrial Age, we wholeheartedly recommend this book. UNAVAILABLE (BK-0054)
