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	British Planemakers From 1700	The Definitive Reference Historical Information, Commentary on Rarity & Value An Underappreciated Area of Collecting Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! "No Longer Available"(BK-0015)
	Makers of American Wooden Planes, 4th Edition	The ONE Book to Have It Pays For Itself! Information on 2500 Planemakers Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $39.95 (Regular Price: $49.94)(BK-0001)
	Makers of American Machinists Tools	Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $27.50 (Regular Price: $34.38)(BK-0002)
	American Machinists Tools: An Illustrated Directory of Patents	The Patent Sourcebook for Early Technology More than 1000 Patent Drawings Fully Indexed & Ready For Reference Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $29.95 (Regular Price: $37.44)(BK-0003)
	Patented American Sawsets: An Illustrated Patent Directory, 1812-1925	Every Known Patent Illustrated Indexed by Maker, Location and Date. The Only Source for this Fascinating Collectible Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $23.95 (BK-0024)
	Patent Sourcebook for Bitstock Tools	Hundreds of Patent Drawings & Early Engravings Indexed by Maker, Location and Date. Enter a Fascinating World of Discovery Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $25.00 (BK-0025)
	Dictionary of Leather Working Tools	1100 Tools Pictured and Described Extensive Commentary on Leather Working Trades Now Back in Print Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $37.50 (Regular Price: $46.88)(BK-0022)
	The American Patented Brace	All Known Patent Drawings Indexed by Maker & Year Braces Rated Based on Rarity Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $22.95 (Regular Price: $28.69)(BK-0016)
	Boxwood & Ivory: Stanley Traditional Rules, 1855-1975	The History of Rules & Rule Making All Stanley Rules Described and Illustrated Includes Important Commentary on Scarcity and Value Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0006)
	The Catalogue of Antique Tools: 1997 Edition	3000 Tools Photographed & Priced for Sale Fully Indexed by Manufacturer and Type of Tool Detailed Commentary on Scarcity & Value Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $22.95 (BK-0035)
	The Catalogue of Antique Tools: 1996 Edition	1600 Tools Photographed & Priced for Sale Fully Indexed by Manufacturer and Type of Tool All Different From 1995 & 1997 Editions Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $17.95 (BK-0009)
	The Catalogue of Antique Tools: 1995 Edition	1350 Tools Photographed & Priced for Sale Fully Indexed by Manufacturer and Type of Tool All Different From 1994 & 1996 Editions Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0008)
	Antique & Unusual Wrenches	The Essential Picture Guide To Wrenches Mare than 1000 Interesting & Unusual Wrenches Back in Print by Popular Demand! Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0005)
	Antique & Collectible Stanley Tools: Guide to Identity & Value	Comprehensive Value Guide to All Stanley Tools Nearly 7 Years in the Making Greatly Expanded with More Tools and Information Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0040)
	Christopher Gabriel and the London Tool Trade	Illustrated with Photographs Detailed Commentary on History Based on Original Research Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $20.00 (Regular Price: $25.00)(BK-0105)
	More Makers of American Machinists Tools	All New Information from Volume I Illustrated with Early Advertising A Handy Reference Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $22.50 (Regular Price: $28.13)(BK-0098)
	July 1892 Catalog	Rules, Tapes, Steel Straight Edges Steel Band Chains, Spririt Levels, Etc. The Full Product Line Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! "No Longer Available"(BK-0099)
	The Collector's Bookshelf-Books About Tools, Trades, Technology & Antiques	1600 Titles on Tools, Trades, Technology and Antiques Many Books Available Nowhere Else Brand New 2002 Edition Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $2.00 (BK-0100)
	Historic Trades Annual Volume I	First Volume of an Extremely Important Series of Publications Documents the People and Process of Historical Trades and Technology Features Chairbuilding, Smelting Iron, Gilding, Taps & Dies, and Much More Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $9.50 (BK-0101)
	Historic Trades Annual Volume II	Excellent Sequel to the First Volume Filled With Variety of Historic Trades Topics Well Illustrated Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0102)
	Eighteenth-Century Woodworking Tools, Vol III	From Williamsburg Tool Symposium Articles on 18th Century Craftsmanship Much Useful Information Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $19.95 (BK-0103)
	Eighteenth-Century Woodworking Tools, Vol III	From Williamsburg Tool Symposium Articles on 18th Century Craftsmanship Much Useful Information Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $19.95 (BK-0103)
	Practical Blacksmithing, Part I	Sectrets of a Nearly Forgotten Art Comprises Volume I & II of a Set of Four Details on Tools & Equipment, Etc. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $24.95 (Regular Price: $31.19)(BK-0059)
	Tools: Working Wood in Eighteenth Century America	Papers From the Symposium on 18th Century Woodworking Great New Research A Great Reference to Early America Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $22.95 (BK-0075)
	The Complete Guide to Sharpening	Tips for Sharpening All Types of Tools A Great "How To" Book Illustrated with Helpful Photographs Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0077)
	The Complete Guide to Sharpening	Guide to Sharpening All Types of Tools A Great "How To" Book Illustrated With Helpful Photographs Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0078)
	New Hampshire Hand Tools & Makers 1800-1900	Information & Pictures Available Nowhere Else Thoroughly Indexed A Handy Reference Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0097)
	The Plumb Line Continuum	The Definitive Work on the Simple Plumb Bob Complete and Original 16 Issues Includes All Known U.S. Patents Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $39.95 (BK-0112)
	Grimshaw On Saws	All About Saws Ca. 1880 Illustrated with Period Engravings Tools, Technology and Much More Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $19.95 (Regular Price: $24.94)(BK-0113)
	Practical Carriage Building	The State of the Art, Illustrated Ca. 1891 A Treasure Trove of Nearly Lost Information Thorough and Thouroughly Enlightening Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $27.95 (Regular Price: $34.94)(BK-0117)
	The Hammer: The King of Tools	The Essential Picture Guide to the Hammer Kingdom Includes Every Known Hammer Patent An Essential Reference for the Collector Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0126)
	The Restoration Of Carriages	Practical Advice on Carriage Restoration Illustrated with Drawings & Photographs A Very High Quality Publication Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0131)
	Restoring Antique Tools	Practical Tips & Tricks for Antique Tool Restoration Organized by Type of Tool With Hints for Each Great Suggestions for Planes, Saws, Braces & More Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $17.95 (Regular Price: $22.44)(BK-0165)
	American Corn Huskers: A Patent History	Illustrations of Every Known Corn Husker Patent Includes Index by Patentee with Hometown Listings Historical Overview & Introduction by Jim Moffet Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0166)
	Gun Tools: Their History And Identification, Volume I	Filled With Photos & Commentary on Gun Tools An New Area for Antique Tool Collectors History, Terminology and Topical Reviews Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $30.00 (BK-0167)
	Gun Tools : Their History And Identification, Volume II	All New Information from Volume I Hundreds of Photos With Commentary Many Additional Details Following Up on Volume I Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $30.00 (BK-0168)
	Apple Parers	Documented & Indexed With Current Collector Values Illustrated With Period Engravings & Photographs A Fascinating Book for the Antique Enthusiast Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $55.00 (BK-0169)
	Axe Makers Of North America	The Story of Axes and Their Makers Includes Histories of Makers, Indexes & More Filled With Period Advertising for American Axes Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0170)
	The History Of The Woodworking Plane	The Use of Woodworking Planes from Ancient Times Illustrated with Photographs of Extraordinary Tools Includes a Full English Translation by Seth Burchard Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0178)
	American Wrench Makers	Working Dates & Background Information on 100's of Makers Filled with Nineteenth Century Advertising Cuts Includes Much Research Available Nowhere Else Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $27.95 (Regular Price: $34.94)(BK-0180)
	Slide Rules: Their History Models And Makers	Includes History, Patent Information, Biographies & More The Key to Understanding this Complex Subject Information on Care & Restoration of Slide Rules Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $28.00 (Regular Price: $35.00)(BK-0181)
	Pictorial Encyclopedia of Trades & Industries Volume I	The Classic 18th Century Reference to the Subject Superb Illustrations of Every Conceivable Trade A Snapshot of the World Before the Industrial Revolution Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $27.95 (BK-0186)
	Victorian Ornamental Carpentry	Filled With Great Photos of Classic 19th Century Homes Includes Commentary by the Author Covers the Period from 1820 to 1910 Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $17.95 (BK-0189)
	The Book Of The Sword	An In-Depth Look at a Traditional Symbol of Power Detailed History Covering many Centuries and Cultures For the Historically Inclined and the Armchair Adventurer Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $13.95 (BK-0218)
	Wooden Planes In 19th Century America Volume II	Planemaking by the Chapins at the Union Factory Much Original Research Less than 100 Copies Remain Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $65.00 (BK-0252)
	Directory Of American Tool Makers	More Than 14,000 American Toolmakers Listed The Culmination of Nearly 20 Years of Reaserch An Absolutely Essential Reference You Will Consult Often Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $65.00 (BK-0023)
	Understanding Wood A Craftsman's Guide to Wood Technology	An Inside Look at the Properties of Wood The How and Why of Wood for the Inquiring Craftsman Filled With Great Photos, Diagrams and Illustrations Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $34.95 (BK-0261)
	Price Guide To Antique Clocks	Photos, Commentary and Values for All Sorts of Clocks Includes an Historical Overview of Clockmaking Includes Complete Index, Glossary and Valuable Tables Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $27.95 (BK-0293)
	Antique Typewriters & Office Collectibles Identification & Value Guide	Includes Historical Information & Color Photos of All Makes Includes a Thorough Mechanical Overview of Typewriters Values Given for All Major Makes from $20 to $30,000 Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0268)
	Shaker Architecture	Superb Photos of the Building of Every Shaker Community Includes a History of the Shakers and their Settlements Profiles of the Architecture of 16 Shaker Communities Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $24.95 (BK-0269)
	Engines Of Change: The American Industrial Revolution 1790-1860	The Industrial Revolution in the New World Illustrated With Photographs & Early Engravings Covers Every Aspect of Techology and its Impact on Culture Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $22.95 (BK-0283)
	The Life Of Benjamin Banneker	The First African-American Man of Science The Life of a Prominent Mathemetician, Astronomer and Surveyor A Snapshot of Immediate Post Colonial Life Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $35.00 (BK-0285)
	Scientific Instruments 1500-1900: An Introduction	A Superb Introduction to Scientific Instruments of Every Sort Astronomy, Surveying, Navigation, Calculation, Medicine & More Excellent Narrative Complemented by Great Color Photographs Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0289)
	The Book Of American Windsor Furniture: Styles and Technologies	Great Windsor Furniture in Precision Drawings & Photographs More Than 100 Great Examples Analyzed in Detail Includes a Thorough Historical Overview of the Windsor Style Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0286)
	The Axe And Man: The History Of Man's Early Technology	The Use and Development of Axes From the Earliest Times Documents the Use and History of Every Known Type of Axe Illustrated With Excellent Black & White Photographs Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $25.00 (Regular Price: $31.25)(BK-0294)
	Collector's Guide To Keen Kutter Cutlery & Tools	Full Color Price Guide to "Keen Kutter" Tools & Advertising Includes Historical Background, Collectors Tips & More Worth the Investment for the Section on Keen Kutter Fakes Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $19.95 (BK-0357)
	Hand Saw Sharpening Video	Traditional Techniques of Saw Sharpening Tips and Tricks for All Sorts of Saws Jointing, Shaping, Setting, Filing and More Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $24.95 (BK-0458)
	The Catalogue of Antique Tools	The Greatest Antique Tool Catalogue of All Time 6,662 Tools--All Photographed in Full Color & Described Guaranteed to Pay for Itself Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $25.00 (BK-0364)
	Guide to Canadian Plane Makers and Hardware Dealers	The Definitive Guide to Canadian Planemakers Includes Imprints and Historical Details A Handy Addition to Any Collector's Library Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0450)
	Kitchen Collectibles: An Identification Guide	Hundreds of Early Engravings of Classic Kitchen Tools HIstories of Makers and Patent Information A Long Overdue Reference to a Popular Topic Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $29.95 (Regular Price: $37.44)(BK-0516)
	Office Collectibles 100 Years Of Business Technology	A Top Quality History and Value Guide to Office Collectibles Filled with Superb Color Photographs and Narrative Text A Long Overdue Reference to an Important Topic Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $39.95 (BK-0511)
	American Marking Gages -- Patented and Manufactured	A New and Absolutely Essential Reference for the Collector Illustrated with Color & Black & White Photographs Includes All Known Marking Gauge Patents Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $90.00 (BK-0520)
	Hand-Saw Makers of North America	The Ultimate Reference to American Hand-Saw Makers Includes Working Dates, Locations and More Product Hitories for Disston, Atkins, Simonds & Bishop Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $21.95 (BK-0522)
	Ohio Toolmakers and Their Tools	Every Known Ohio Toolmaker Documented More than 2500 Illustrations and Early Advertisements The Definitive Book on Ohio Toolmakers Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0459)
	American Furniture of the 18th Century	History of Design, Construction, Influence, and Tastes of the Period Examination of 24 Original Examples for Design, Construction, and Merit Detailed Guide to Connoisseuership & the Historical Methods of the Period Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $45.00 (BK-0341)
	American Jewelry Manufacturers	Comprehensive Reference of Jewelry Trademarks and Manufacturers Focus on Large Scale Manufacturers Dating from the 1840's Important Source Book for Jewelers, Collectors, Antique Dealers, etc. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $49.95 (BK-0477)
	American Silversmith And Their Marks	Definitive Directory of American Gold and Silver Ware Exhaustive List of 3000+ Gold and Silversmiths Displays 200+ of the Finest Examples of Work w/ Superb Photos Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $18.95 (BK-0210)
	The Science Of Measurement A Historical Survey	Intriguing Study of the Topic of Measurement Easy to Read and Combines Wit with Scholarship Covers All Aspects of the Topic and More Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $18.95 (BK-0330)
	American Manufactured Furniture	Complete Guide to the Furniture Produced in the 1920's 1000's of Forms Displayed with Descriptive Commentary and Facts Includes Price Guide for Estimating Values in the Current Marketplace Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $37.50 (BK-0468)
	British Planemakers From 1700	Histories & Value Information on all British Planemakers Includes a Superb Introduction Covering the History of Planes An Essential Reference for the Tool Collector's Library Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! "No Longer Available"(BK-0015)
	The Story of the Gems	The History and Technology of Gemstones of Every Type Information on Geology, Gem Cutting, Mining and More Written by a Former Curator at the Museum of Natural History Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $12.95 (BK-0560)
	A Guide to American Trade Catalogs 1744 - 1900	The Standard Bibliography on the Topic Includes More than 60 Categories Organized Topically An Essential Reference for the Bibliophile Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $17.95 (BK-0561)
	Uniforms of the United States Army, 1774-1889	Full Color Lithographs of U.S. Army Uniforms, 1774-1889 Shows Both Field and Dress Uniforms Originally Published by the Quartermaster General, U.S. Army Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $13.95 (BK-0570)
	American Victorian Cottage Homes	A Classic Period Reprint of "Palliser's American Cottage Homes" Classic Victorian "Cottages" in Elaborate Gingerbread Includes Early Advertising, Detailed Drawings & More Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $16.95 (BK-0576)
	International Basketry For Weavers And Collectors	Covers in Detail the Broad Spectrum of Basket Weaving Includes 100+ Illustrations and Describes All Types of Baskets Great Buy for Any Weaver, Collector, or Basketry Enthusiast Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $19.95 (BK-0667)
	Country Store Counter Jars And Tins	Covers in Detail Over 100 Years of Counter Jars and Tins Superbly Illustrated with 390+ Color Photographs Includes Values for the Distribution Jars and their Variations Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $29.95 (BK-0668)
	Elements Of Machine Work	Provides Fundamental and Advanced Principles of the Elements of Machine Wor Includes 204 Helpful Illustrations and Detailed Descriptions Makes a Difficult Subject Easy to Understand Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $19.95 (BK-0712)
	The Gunpowder Industry	Learn the Fascinating Story of the Gunpowder Industry Covers Entire History from its Development in the 14th Century to the Prese Discover What Gunpowder is Made of, and Much More! Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $9.95 (BK-0723)
	Copper Work; An Illustrated Text Book for Teachers and Students in the Manu	Illustrated Text Book for Those Interested in the Art of Copper Work Contains Many Carefully Explained Projects and Full of Helpful Illustration All You Need to Get Started in this Fascinating Field Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $8.95 (BK-0730)
	Workshop Notes For Jewelers & Watchmakers	Thorough Compedium of Numerous Depts. of the Jeweler and Watchmaker Shop Includes Sections on Watch and Clock Repair, Silverware Cleaning, and More Beneficial for Jewelers and Watchmakers, but Contians Something for Everyon Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0734)
	Modern Steam Engines	Excellent Reference Written in Plain Language on the Modern Steam Engine Includes 400+ Outstanding Engravings and Many Other Highlights The Only Book You will Ever Need on the Topic of Steam Engines Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0736)
	Experimental Science; Volumes One and Two	Learn About Physics the Fun Way Through Experimentation Countless Easy-to-Do Experiments without the Difficult Math Must-Read for Science Teachers, Enthusiasts, Students and the Like Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $35.95 (BK-0710)
	Wagner's Chemical Technology 1872	Learn About the Period of Great Technological and Scientific Advancement Read First-Hand the Research of the Scientists who Studied the Discoveries Illustrated with Detailed Engravings & Line Drawings Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $35.95 (BK-0706)
	Chinese Technology In the Seventeenth Century	Exceptional Document on the History of Traditional Chinese Technology Covers Almost all the Major Industrial Techniques of its Time Includes 152 Original Woodcuts, Bibliographies, Glossary, and Much More Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $20.95 (BK-0743)
	Bookbinding: Its Background and Techniques	Historical Survey of a Centuries Old Art 400+ Excellent Illustrations and Covers Every Aspect of Bookbinding Contains Detailed Overview of the Historical Development of Bookbinding Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $30.95 (BK-0742)
	The Complete Practical Machinist	4Definitive Work on the Topic Features 300+ Superb Illustrations and Informative Text Contains Everything a Machinist Needs to Know Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $25.95 (BK-0758)
	American Foot Power & Hand Power Machinery	Individual Histories of Hundreds of Manufacturers of Treadle Equipment Features Hundreds of Engravings from 19th Century Advertising Includes a Value Guide to Hand and Foot Powered Equipment Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $24.95 (BK-0523)
	Baskets, Tradition & Beyond	Wonderfully Varied & Accomplished Selection of Work Features 180+ Stunning Color Photos of Contemporary Baskets Contains Baskets of Fiber, Clay, Paper, Metal, etc. with Descriptions Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $30.00 (BK-0794)
	Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Art Materials	Ultimate Guide through the Maze of Art Materials Available Comprehensive Analysis of Oil, Watercolors, Inks, Acrylics...etc. Beautifully Illustrated in Color - an Absolute Must for Any Artist Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $27.99 (BK-0795)
	A Genealogist's Guide to Discovering Your English Ancestors	Trace Generations of Your English Family History Without Leaving the U.S. Learn to Locate Crucial English Records, Analyze Documents, and More Create a Family History that Brings Your English Ancestry to Life Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $18.99 (BK-0796)
	A Genealogist's Guide to Discovering Your Italian Ancestors	Will Help You Discover Your Italian Ancestors as Far Back as the 1700's Takes You Step-by-Step Through the Research Process Includes Info on Guidelines of Genealogy, Italian Naming Traditions, etc Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0798)
	Measure Twice, Cut Once	Essential Guide to Working with Measuring Tools Revised Edition with Clear Instructions and a Wealth of Color Illustrations Absolutely Essential for any Woodworker Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $22.99 (BK-0800)
	Woodcarving Techniques And Designs	A Collection of Simple, Stylish Projects That are Easy and Fun to Create Contains Clear Instructions Accompanied by Numerous Color Photographs Projects Include Berry & Waterleaf Molding, Candlestick, Tudor Rose,etc. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $27.99 (BK-0802)
	Red Wing Collectibles; An Identification and Value Guide	Comprehensive Guide to a Popular Collector's Item Features Hundreds of Red Wing Items in Color, With Description & Values Will Aid in Finding, Identifying, and Valuing Red Wing Items Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $9.95 (BK-0827)
	Fire-Arms Manufacture 1880	Report on the Manufacture of Fire-Arms, from the 10th Census June 1, 1880 Contains a Complete Historical & Descriptive Summary Excellent Read for Anyone Interested in Our Nations Great History Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $7.95 (BK-0835)
	Imperial Carnival Glass; Identification and Value Guide	Price Guide to an Increasingly Popular Collector's Item Features 100's of Items Shown in Full-Color with Description Features an Up-to-Date Price Guide Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $18.95 (BK-0837)
	A Guide To Collecting Cookbooks	Complete and Comprensive Guide to an Exciting Hobby Features a Beautiful Full Color Section and a Wealth of Information Contains Hundreds of Cookbooks with their Current Values Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $14.95 (BK-0848)
	The Fishing Lure Collector's Bible	Valuable Guide to Fishing Lures Features Full-Color Section and a Wealth of Other Valuable Info. Will Increase the Reader's Knowledge of Fishing Lure History Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-0852)
	Genealogist's Guide: Discover Immigrant & Ethnic Ancestors	Unlock Your Diverse Cultural Background Offers a Wealth of Friendly, Authoriative Advice Will Get Your Started on Your Journey & Keep You on the Right Track Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $18.99 (BK-0770)
	Board and Table Game Antiques	Descriptive Account on Collectible Board & Table Game Antiques Covers the Historical Background, Souvenir Wares, Spinners, and More Contains an Abundance of Clear Black & White Photographs Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $8.95 (BK-0902)
	Pargeting	All About an Ancient Art & Craft thats Making a Comeback Covers Its Origins, Designs, Later Developements, Repair, and More Features Numbers Black & White Photos of Beautiful Examples Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $8.95 (BK-0982)
	Victorian Tiles	Charts the Complete History of Victorian Tiles Features Important Information on Collecting, Manufacturers, Designers, etc Fully Illustrated with Both Color and Black & White Photos Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $10.95 (BK-0988)
	The Harness Horse	In-Depth Look at the Horses, Harnesses, Vehicles, and More Features Numerous Black & White Photos of These Horses in Action A Must for Anyone Interested in Equestrian Arts Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $8.95 (BK-0938)
	Discovering Hallmarks on English Silver	Updated 8th Edition of a Best-Selling Book Combines Details of Hallmarks with Useful Advice for the Collector Numerous Detailed Black & White Photos Make Identifacation an Easy Task Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $14.95 (BK-0968)
	Discovering Heraldry	Thoroughly Describes & Illustrates Difficult Heraldry Terms Concisely Written and Filled with Accurate Information An Exciting Look at a Beautiful Art Form & Aid in Genealogy Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $12.95 (BK-0966)
	Mazes	Traces the History of Mazes Worldwide, Past to Present Contains a Wealth of Information & Fascinating Little-Known Facts Features Countless Black & White Photos of these Mystifying Works of Art Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $8.95 (BK-0939)
	Discovering Church Architecture	Breaks Down the Mystique Surrounding Ecclesiastical Architecture Features 600+ Terms Explained in Simple Language & Helpful Illustrations Understand the Church Where Before You Only Would Have Looked Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $10.95 (BK-0967)
	The History of Underclothes	Provides an Interesting Look at the History of Underwear Over 100 Period Illustrations and Photographs Covers the Last Six Centuries of Undergarments Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $16.95 (BK-1089)
	Medieval Costume, Armour & Weapons	Traces the Evolution of Clothing Styles, Armor, Weapons, etc. 400+ Detailed Illustrations Excellent Source of Reference Material Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $48.95 (BK-1092)
	Old Provincetown in Early Photographs	Stunning Pictorial Captures one of America's Favorite Places to Visit Informative Captions Provide Historical & Biographical Background Features 100 Rare & Detailed Photos Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $17.95 (BK-1116)
	Nantucket in the Nineteenth Century; 180 Photographs and Illustrations	Photographs and Illustrations Depict the Look of Nantucket Includes Stories of the Early Inhabitants of Nantucket Island Explores the History of Nantucket With Views of Early Hotels and Beaches Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $19.95 (BK-1115)
	The Fisherman's Companion	Makes Fishing a More Productive & Pleasant Experience Filled with Helpful Illustrations and Valuable Information This Handy Reference is a Must for Any Fisherman, Novice or Expert Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $12.95 (BK-1130)
	Alchemy	Explores Every Aspect of Alchemy With Enormous Insight Covers First Alchemists, Apparatus, Signs, Symbols, Secret Terms, etc. Illustrated with Fascinating Period Engravings Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $15.95 (BK-1168)
	A Concise History Of Photography	Account of the Discovery & Subsequent Devolpment of Photography Over 280 Stunning Photos, with 26 In Color, Enhance the Text Widely Considered the Finest One-Volume Work on Photography Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $23.95 (BK-1142)
	Boilers Types & Designs	Informative Introduction to the Wide World of Boilers Includes: Stationary, Marine & Steam Boilers, All Aspects of Design, etc. Features Dozens of Helpful Formulas, Diagrams and Tables Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-1165)
	A Dictionary of Costume and Fashion: Historic and Modern	Quickly Identify Over 10,000 Dealing With Apparel and Fashion 950+_Illustrations Depict Stitches, Weaves, Garments, Hair Styles, etc. a Must for Costume Designers & Anyone Interested in the History of Fashion Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $23.95 (BK-1187)
	Woodwind Instruments and Their History	Considered to be the Definitive Work on the Topic Lavishly Illustrated with Diagrams, Drawings & Fingering Charts Includes the Complete History & Detailed Descriptions of Woodwinds Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $20.95 (BK-1170)
	Caring For Your Collection	Learn How to Care For & Preserve Valuable Antiques Covers: Cracked Paintings, Tarnished Silver, How to Repair, Etc. Beautifully Illustrated in Full-Color Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $17.95 (BK-1207)
	Evaluating Your Collection	Learn to Price & Find Valuable Items Explains the Skills Needed to Be Successful in the World of Antiques Beautifully Illustrated in Color - a Must for the Collector or Dealer Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $17.95 (BK-1206)
	Discovering American Folklife	Selection of Essays Which Capture the Essence of Folk Culture Essays Include: Folk Religion, Folk Medicine, Witches in Adams County, etc Filled with Illustrations and Period Photos Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $16.95 (BK-1272)
	Summers Guide To Coca-cola	Features 1000's of New Listings & 1400+ Stunning Color Photos Includes: Signs, Calendars, Trays, Ads, Bottles & Cans, Clothing, etc. Features Current Market Values for Each Item Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $24.95 (BK-1275)
	Huxford's Old Book Value Guide	Packed with 25,000 Listings of Old Books Informative Descriptions with Current Values Includes Sections on: Pseudonyms, Bookbuyers, Glossary, etc. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-1244)
	Service Manual For John Deere Tractors & Engines	Provides a Detailed Look at the Mechanisms & Inner Workings Filled with Information & Dozens of Detailed Illustrations Includes a Troubleshooting Guide Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $13.95 (BK-1287)
	Metalwork In Early America	Explores the Importance of Copper & its Alloys to Early Americans Illustrates & Discusses Over 300 Individual Copper Pieces Features Color Photos, Glossary, Bibliography and Index Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $70.00 (BK-1212)
	Glass In Early America	Covers European Glass, American Glass HIstory, and More Illustrates & Fully Describes 400+ Stunning Glass Examples Features a Full-Color Section, Appendixes, Bibliography & Index Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $95.00 (BK-1211)
	The Sextant Handbook	Filled with Detailed Illustrations, Photos & Diagrams Covers: Assembly, Avoiding Problems, Rough Weather Sightings, etc. Revised & Updated Edition Written by an Expert in the Topic Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $15.95 (BK-1322)
	The Complete Rigger's Apprentice	Contains All the Tools & Techniques for Modern & Traditional Rigging Covers: Knots, Repairing a Mast & Shroud, Rope Trcks, and Much More Features Clear Directions & Dozens of Helpful Illustrations Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $39.95 (BK-1334)
	The Sailmaker's Apprentice	Includes All the Basics of Traditional Sailing Covers: Sailing, Rigs, Sail Shapes & Theory, Care & Maintenance, etc. Filled with 700 Detailed Illustrations & Diagrams Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $39.95 (BK-1323)
	Chicago At The Turn Of The Centrury in Photographs	Excellent Documentation of the City's Architecture & Street Life See: City Hall, State Street, Michgan Ave., and Other Important Landmarks Filled with Painstakingly Reproduced Black & White Photos Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $20.95 (BK-1367)
	Arts And Crafts Furniture, The Complete Brooks Catalog of 1912	A Complete 1912 Brooks Catalog Reprint Fully Illustrated With Black and White Photos Features Wicker Furniture and Other Accessories Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $13.95 (BK-1341)
	Louisiana's Plantation Homes, The Grace and Grandeur	Fully Illustrates & Describes 34 of Lousiana's Finest Plantation Homes Architecture, Restoration, Unusual Details, Legends, Ghost Stories, etc. Features Stunning Full-Color Photos Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $19.95 (BK-1344)
	American Telegraphy & Encyclopedia of the Telegraph	A Comprehensive Book on American Telegraphy Fully Illustrated Descriptions of the Telegraph System A Collector's and Historian's Delight Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $40.95 (BK-1197)
	Collector's Encyclopedia of Depression Glass 15th Edition	A Glass Collector's Dream Come True Features Color Photos, Complete Descriptions, Values and More Patterns Include: Adams Rib, Mt. Pleasant, Old English, Waterford, etc. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $19.95 (BK-1372)
	The Sheet Music Reference & Price Guide	Beautiful and amusing art work! 200 years of music and art history! Easy to use! Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $19.95 (BK-1329)
	Decorative Arts and Household Furnishing in America	An intensive and scholarly annotated bibliography A crash course in the study of American domestic history A host of information that is easy to use Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $50.00 (BK-1240)
	Opalescent Glass Third Edition	Identification and value guide Complete and easy to use Incredible pictures and descriptions! Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $24.95 (BK-1331)
	Distinctive Limoges Porcelain: Objects d'Art, Boxes & Dinnerware	Beautifully illustrated! A Warm Welcome to the World of Limoges! Tres Magnificant! Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $39.95 (BK-1235)
	American Tin-Litho Toys	Includes Valuable Information on Collecting & Pricing Features Detailed Illustrations, Current Values, and Much More Illustrates & Describes Drums, Wind-Up Toys, Banks, Tea Sets, etc. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-1398)
	Pocket Watches: 19th & 20th Century	Everything the Reader Could Ever Want to Know About Pocket Watches Includes Verge, Cylinder, Swiss, Novelty, Duplex Watches, and More Filled to the Brim with Detailed Photos & Illustrations Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $89.50 (BK-1408)
	Marine Art & Antique Jack Tar: A Sailor's Life	Tells the Fascinating Story of the Lives of Sailors Chapters Cover: Day to Day Life, Sweethearts, Perils of the Sea, and More Beautifully Illustrated in Full-Color Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $65.00 (BK-1402)
	Yesterday's Children: The Antiques and History of Childcare	An In-Depth Look at the History of Child Raising Covers the Superstition and Ignorance, and the Mothers Love Beautifully Illustrated in Full-Color Photos Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $49.50 (BK-1407)
	Antiques from the Garden	A Must for Collectors of "Gardenalia" Filled wth 700+ Beautiful Photos in Color and Black & White Covers: Pergolas & Antiques, Garden Games & Collectibles, and More Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $59.50 (BK-1401)
	Japanese Gardens: An Illustrated Guide to Their Design & History	In-Depth Look at one of the World's Loveliest Art Forms Covers: Stones, Pagodas, Bridges, Ornamental Water, etc. Includes Photos of Some of the Most Beautiful Examples Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $27.95 (BK-1393)
	The Decorative Arts of The China Trade	Beautifully Illustrated in Color Photos & Well-Written Depicts the Fascinating Details of Life & Objects Bought in China An Essential Reference and Fascinating Read for All Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! No Longer Available (BK-1409)
	The Price Guide To Antique Silver	The Definitive Guide to Collecting Antique Silver Includes 1000+ Beautiful Examples Accompanied by Current Values Contains Important & Valuable Collector's Information Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $79.50 (BK-1404)
	Birch's Views Of Philadelphia	Marvelous Visual Record of Philadelphia, Past & Present Features Birch's Engravings & Updated Photos of Sites Views Capture It's Regal Buildings, Vibrant Street Life & Busy Ports Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $45.00 (BK-1403)
	British Costume From Earliest Times To 1820	An Authentic Look at British Dress Through the Reign of George III Commentary Provides a Detailed Coverage of Tunics, Cloaks, Gowns, etc. Over 460 Detailed Illustrations Document the Evolution of Styles Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $26.95 (BK-1432)
	Standard Catalog of United States Paper Money	The Most Comprehensive Reference Ever Devoted to U.S. Currency Features Values for 3 Grades of Condition & over 600 Detailed Photos Also Provides Important Historical and Economical Backgrounds Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $29.95 (BK-1428)
	Guitarmaking Tradition & Technology	This Complete Reference has Been Called "The Bible of the Craft" Features Clear Easy-to-Follow Instructions & Diagrams and Illustrations Covers Materials & Tools, Finishing, Side Bending, Troubleshooting, etc. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $29.95 (BK-1437)
	Turning & Mechanical Manipulation Volume I	First Volume of a 5 Volume Set Covers Materials, How they are Prepared & Work, and Much More Features Almost 300 Detailed Illustrations Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! All ASTRAGAL PRESS Books Now 20% Off Retail!...Now Just $24.95 (Regular Price: $31.19)(BK-1391)
	Acoma	Revised Edition of the Southwest Classic Book 80 Color Photos 8 1/2" x 11", 96 PGS. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $14.95 (BK-1748)
	French Bronze Clocks	Great New Guide to the Beautiful French Bronze Clocks 211 Color & 1456 Black & White Photos 9" x 12", 272 PGS. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $89.95 (BK-1650)
	Tartans: Abbotsford to Fraser	Ranges from the Simplest to the Most Complex Over 400 Color Photos 11" x 8 1/2", 112 PGS. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $24.95 (BK-2282)
	Pennsylvania German Arts: More Than Hearts, Parrots, & Tulips	Fascinating Personal & Extensive Historical Text 354 Color & 7 Black & White Photos 8 1/2" x 11", 144 PGS. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $29.95 (BK-2378)
	The Encyclopedia of Glass	Clear, Concise, & Easily Readable Guide 700+ Black & White Photos & Drawings 8 1/2" x 11", 232 PGS. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $19.95 (BK-2401)
	Code Check (3rd ed.)	A field guide to building a safe house With Drawings 8 1/2 " x 10 7/8", 32 PGS. Order Today: (607) 566-2617. We pay the shipping! $16.95 (BK-4495)