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REED, ROBERT C. SMASHUPS: THE HAZARDS OF TRAVEL 186 BLACK & WHITE PH 11" X 8 1/2", 176 PG | |
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Smashups:The Hazards of Travel offers an intriguing iconography of travel accidents of all genres-air, highway, railway, and water-wrecks involving trucks, buses, cars, light planes, jetliners, seaplanes, freight trains, and ships. There are also European wrecks, Asian wrecks, American wrecks, minor crashes, major ones, horse and cart wrecks, freak accidents, and even ordinary ones. With over 180 photographs, most never-before published in America and many of historical, national, and international importance, you can now experience the thrill of danger in the safety of your own home. Price: $19.95 |
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REED, ROBERT A TIMBER FRAMER'S WO JOINERY, DESIGN & CO 11 X 8 1/2 SOFTBOUND 253 PGS, | |
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With over 150 photos, many full page and of historical, national, and international importance, this book captures on film wrecks and crashes of all kinds: air, highway, railway, and water as well as accidents involving trucks, buses, cars, light planes, jetliners, seaplanes, freight trains, and ships. European wrecks, Asian wrecks, and American wrecks are also well represented. This book adds to the intriguing iconography of travel accidents introduced by the first volume, Smashups. You are invited here to pore over the photographs and captions and experience the thrill of danger in the comfort and safety of your own home. Price: $30.00 |
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REED, ROBERT ADVERTISING POSTCARDS 523 COLOR PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 144 PG | |
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All the charm and color of more than a centurys worth of advertising postcards is here in a single volume. They range from vintage to modern and include products, hotels, country clubs, banks, utilities, restaurants, transportation, and even worlds fairs.From the Admiral Vee Motel to the confections of the Zumole Trokey Girl, Advertising Postcards offers sweeping coverage of this enduring method of print advertising. Starting with the very early advertising postcard days of the late 19th century, the volume spans more than 100 years, with remarkable and memorable examples.Everything from Akron Lamps to Zero candy bars eventually found their way to the concept of the advertising postcard, and more than 500 of them are illustrated in full color and documented here. Their historical context is presented and current values are given. Price: $29.95 |
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REED, S. B. VILLAGE & COUNTRY RESIDENCES AND HOW T 4 1/2 X 7 1/2 243 PGS, | |
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Written by architect and author S.B. Reed, and originally published in 1878, this interesting book is filled with plans for houses, both great and small. Each design is accompanied by Reed's inimitable musings about the philosophy of architecture and of how each structure achieves its noble intention. Elevation drawings, floor plans and section drawings are included for nearly every design. If you are interested in American architecture, or if you own a Victorian home, Village and Country Residences will prove interesting and entertaining. Price: $12.95 |
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REES, MARK & JANE FOR COLLECTORS TOOLS: A GUIDE 238 PAGES 8" X 11" | |
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Mark and Jane Rees are well known as the Editors of the Third Edition of William Goodman's British Planemakers From 1700. This new revision and expansion of their enormously successful first Edition is an attempt to provide a general guide to the collecting of antique tools. Written from a British perspective, which provides even experienced collectors of American tools with a thorough introduction to the tools produced in England and Scotland, the Rees' draw heavily upon their personal experiences of some thirty years of collecting and share anecdotes of personal experience, analysis of general market trends, advice for the beginner and expert alike, and provide pricing information on tools from the most common to the very rare. This book is thoroughly illustrated with period engravings of hand tools of every sort and it addresses, in a topical analysis of each type of tool, what collectors should look for (and avoid) when considering the purchase of tools of that type. Highly recommended. Price: $0.00 |
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REETZ, HENRY C. ELECTROPLATING 99 PGS., SOFTBOUND 4 1/2 X 8 | |
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REGEL, PAT THE HOUSEPLANT SURVIVAL GUIDE WITH COLOR PHOTOS AN 8 " X 10", 160 PGS. | |
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Are the ghosts of houseplants past on your conscience? Now you can forget the withered specters of plants that came healthy and blooming from the greenhouse. The Houseplant Survival Guide provides the tools to help you keep lush, beautiful plants in your home. Understanding the basics of plant care is the first step to having healthy plants. Author Pat Regel has drawn from her 25 years of plant care to bring you the essential information, plus a few of her own clever, practical techniques. She reveals the mysteries of light intensity, watering, fertilizing, humidity, and repotting. Learn how humidity can boost your plants' health. Get your most pressing houseplant questions answered in quick tips. Find out where to get the best houseplants and the best information on their specific needs. Discover how to combat plant pests effectively and safely. Color photographs assist plant identification, and step-by-step illustrations take the guesswork out of plant care techniques. And Regel's lighthearted, neighborly manner makes the information easy to understand. Price: $19.95 |
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REGENBERG, WERNER CAPTURED TANKS UNDER THE GERMAN FLA BLACK & WHITE PHOTOG 11" X 8 1/4", 48 PGS | |
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Germany used many types of Russian battle tanks captured during WWII, and this book gives an accurate account in both photographs and text. Price: $9.95 |
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REGENBERG, WERNER CAPTURED AMERICAN & BRITISH TANKS UNDER BLACK & WHITE PHOTOG 8 1/4" X 11 3/4", 48 | |
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This book covers the diverse amounts of American and British tanks that the Germans used in service during WWII. Price: $9.95 |
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REGENBERG, WERNER CAPTURED ARMORED CARS AND VEHICLES IN OVER 100 BLACK & WHI 8 1/2" X 11", 48 PGS | |
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Covered is the variety of British, French, American, Russian and other armored cars used by the Wehrmacht. Price: $9.95 |
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REGENSTEINER, ELSE THE ART OF WEAVING 29 COLOR & 380 BLACK 8 1/2" X 11", 192 PG | |
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Else Regensteiner, "the first lady of weaving," according to Booklist, presents this handbook for weavers-beginners or expert. Essential information about looms, yarns, warping a loom, drafting, basic weaves and pattern weaves are included. Many different weave structures are covered: double weaves; tapestry techniques; knotted, pile and flat-woven rugs; and two-and three-dimensional wall hangings. With her clearly written text, 29 color and 380 black and white illustrations of the steps, works in progress, and finished results, Mrs. Regensteiner not only teaches the techniques of weaving, but also stimulates creative expression. Price: $29.95 |
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REGENSTEINER, ELSE WEAVERS STUDY COURSE: 256 BLACK & WHITE PH 8 1/2" X 11", 176 PG | |
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A book is for weavers who are eager to explore new fields but who need stimulation and direction, Weavers Study Course provides much stimulation through examples and directions for six main uses of weaving: clothing, accessories, interiors (Unpholstery, draperies, rugs), interior accessories (pillows, baskets, throws, placemats), toys, and wall hangings. Price: $19.95 |
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REHR, DARRYL ANTIQUE TYPEWRITERS & OFFICE COLLECTIBLE 8 1/2 X 11 176 PAGES | |
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The origins and evolutions of a now defunct office landmark are covered in great detail in Darryl Rehr's new Antique Typewriters and Office Collectibles Identification and Value Guide. Not only does Rehr provide excellent histories of the machines and their makers, but he also includes up to date values for many of the machines, including those that look like they might be valuable, but aren't and those that look like they might be valuable and are. Arranged alphabetically by manufacturer, this book also includes chapters on the development of typewriters, the mechanics of typewriters, information on pencil sharpeners, calculators, typewriter ribbon tins and a thorough index with hundreds of entries. For a frequently consulted reference on the world of office collectibles, we highly recommend this new book. Price: $0.00 |
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REHR, DARRYL ANTIQUE TYPEWRITERS & OFFICE COLLECTIBLE 8.5" x 11", 144 PGS SOFTBOUND | |
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The nearly 400 color photos in this book will allow you to recognize good machines, learn the differences among models, and distinguish the worthless from the valuable. 1997 values. Price: $19.95 |
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REIBENSTAHL, HORST THE 1ST PANZER DIVISION 1935-1945 BLACK & WHITE PHOTOG 8 1/2" X 11", 226 PG | |
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Chronicle of the oldest and most experienced Panzer division in the Wehrmacht, and its combat throughout WWII in over 500 photos. Price: $29.95 |
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REICH, LEE THE PRUNING BOOK WITH COLOR PHOTOS AN 8 " X 10", 240 PGS. | |
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A comprehensive pruning guide for all gardeners, from beginner to advanced, based on the latest research. Horticulturist Lee Reich, Ph.D., removes the fear of pruning by showing step-by-step techniques that you can use for virtually every plant you'll meet, from trees to tropicals. Reich debunks many current pruning myths with new information. He clearly defines tools and skills. And in three well-illustrated sections, he takes you through the basics, The plants and specialized pruning techniques, showing exactly how and when to apply shears, loppers and saws. He explains advanced and specialized techniques such as espalier, pleaching, topiary and bonsai. "clear writing and good photos and drawings to help demystify this most daunting of garden tasks. . . . The author is a trained horticulturist and amateur fruit grower, so there is good information to help you prune fruit trees, grapevines, and fruiting shrubs. . . . this is a very helpful book that deserves a place on your gardening bookshelf." -- The Sunday Republican (Waterbury, CT), Nov '97 Chosen as one of its "Best Books of ?97" -- Garden Design, Dec/Jan '97-98 Price: $19.95 |
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REILLY, MAUREEN SWING STYLE 250 COLOR AND BLACK 8 1/2" X 11", 160 PG | |
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Whether you're a collector, fashion historian, costume designer, or dancer, you'll delight in this story of vintage clothing that swings to the beat of a blue note or eight-to-the-bar. Come on a pictorial tour of groovy threads from the 1930s through the 1950s. Jump into the mid-1930s, when swing was launched as a national dance fad, with jewel-tone satins and sunny printed cottons. Dozens of original color photos share top billing with hundreds of vintage ads and sketches. This lively book includes thumbnail bios of the musical artists who made it happen, from Basin Street to Harlem and Southside Chicago, plus a valuation guide, a resource directory, a glossary of music and fashion terms, and even tips on creating your own vintage look. Price: $29.95 |
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REILLY, MAUREEN CALIFORNIA COUTURE 384 PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 208 PG | |
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High fashion clothing designers from California produced stunning wardrobes for Hollywood stars that were trend-setting styles in the mid-20th century. Adrian, Irene, Helen Rose, Jean Louis, and William Travilla trained in the costume departments of the movie studios before they opened their own salons. Others, such as James Galanos, Rudi Gernreich, and Adolf Schuman (who founded the Lilli Ann company) chose to work their fashion magic in California. Both groups made original styles that influenced fashion around the world.Here hundreds of color photos present clothing designed by these giants of the industry that is still available to today's collectors. A helpful price guide is included to aid collectors and costumers alike. Live models and vintage photographs, original designer sketches and advertisements show the originality and diversity of these American fashions that became immediately popular in the ready-to-wear market. Price: $49.95 |
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REILLY, MAUREEN WOMEN'S HATS OF THE 20TH CENTURY 570 COLOR PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 240 PG | |
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Hats represent an art form that is opening up new vistas for the vintage clothing collector. For the authors hats are a visual treat, and they have crafted a book that is chuck-full of some of the sweetest you'll ever see. This carefully researched book profiles important American and European milliners, and lists the most desirable designer and salon labels. It offers special sections with tips on dating, valuation, and storing and decoration.500 vivid photos are beautifully styled and enhanced by lively and informative captions. Many period advertisements and illustrations from popular magazines depict the styles and moods of the times. Price: $49.95 |
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REILLY, MAUREEN HOT SHOES 540 COLOR PHOTOS 11" X 8 1/2", 224 PG | |
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Explore women's shoes as a powerful talisman of fashion, culture, and sexual energy. With 500 original color photographs, and two dozen vintage illustrations, this book tells the real story of Hot Shoes: One Hundred Years. These are the shoes real women wore, and loved enough to save. You'll see designer shoes by the likes of David Evins and Palter De Liso, who were influenced by haute couture but marketed to the upper middle-class. Since this is a book for collectors, you'll find a true cross-section of shoe design. There are coquettish pumps from the French Room at Chandler's, jeweled platforms by Frank More of San Francisco, and early canvas high-button shoes by Keds. Each photo caption includes a value range, and each photo is lavishly styled, in the same manner as the author's previous book from Schiffer Publishing: Collectible Women's Hats of the 20th Century. Price: $49.95 |
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REILLY, MAUREEN CALIFORNIA CASUAL 275 COLOR PHOTOS, 65 8 1/2" X 11", 176 PG | |
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Casual clothing, swimwear in particular, is strongly associated with the California lifestyle, and the design and manufacture of casual clothing has long been the foundation of Californias garment industry. This book explores that industry as it developed in California from the 1930s through the 1970s, with emphasis on clothing and textile designs suffused with the sunshine spirit. Included are fashions from major swimwear companies such as Catalina, Cole, and Rose Marie Reid; sportswear from leaders like Koret and Alice of California; and a wonderful chapter paying tribute to that most western of fabrics, blue denim. More than 330 photographs and advertisements illustrate the colorful, cheerful, and charming nature of vintage casual clothing. Collectors, designers, and fashion historians will appreciate the profiles of California artisans and their influence on fabric technology. Includes price guide and a helpful glossary of fashion and fabric terminology. Price: $39.95 |
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REISENFELD, ROBIN GERMAN PRINT PORTFOL IO 1890-1930: SERIA 9 COLOR, 93 B&W 8 1/2 " X 10 1/2", 1 | |
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Despite its importance among Symbolist, Naturalist, and Expressionist printmakers at the turn of the century, the print portfolio as an art form has never been examined comprehensively in an English language publication. Price: $40.00 |
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REISS, RAY RED WING DINNERWARE PRICE AND IDENTIFICA 8.5" x 11", 304 PGS SOFTBOUND | |
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Ray Reiss, also the author of Red Wing Art Pottery Including Pottery Made From Rumrill, has compiled a full-color, handy price guide to Red Wing dinnerware that gives collectors the basic tools for identifying and pricing. Most of the Red Wing dinnerware patterns belong to a specific line or shape, such as the Concord line. Each line consists of a number of collector?s pieces that make up a set of dinnerware, and each set was offered in a variety of patterns. In this guide, the dinnerware has been arranged according to each line in approximately the same order that the line was first introduced. Price: $12.95 |
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REMINGTON REMINGTON CUTLERY 8 1/2 X 11 SOFTBOUND | |
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This great new catalog reprint has everything the Remington cutlery enthusiast could want. It's filled with hundreds of pocket knives, butchers knives, scissors, hunting knives, and much more. Each knife features a detailed description and a black and white illustration, and constant "REM-inders" along the way provide dozens of interesting facts and figures. For any fan of Remington, cutlery, or likes to know the way things were, this is the book for you. Price: $0.00 |
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REMP, ROLAND HEINKEL HE 219: AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY OVER 160 BLACK & WHI 8 1/2" X 11", 160 PG | |
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The Heinkel He 219 was acknowledged by friend and foe alike as one of the most outstanding night fighters of World War II. In 1942, Heinkel received a contract to develop the twin-engined He 219. Not only was the He 219 very fast, with a maximum speed in excess of 600 km/h, but it also possessed excellent maneuverability, had a well-designed cockpit, and was equipped with airborne radar. The He 219 was the first German production aircraft to have a tricycle undercarriage and ejector seats for both crew members. The author provides many previously unpublished details in describing the development history of the He 219, the technology it employed, its testing, production, and use in combat. Price: $35.00 |
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RENDI, JIM TRADITIONAL WINDSOR CHAIR MAKING WITH JI 200+ COLOR PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 128 PG | |
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Basic, step-by-step instructions for building a comb-back Windsor chair, using traditional methods. With the simplest of hand tools and a lathe, even the amateur can produce a beautiful chair. Each step is illustrated and the patterns for the parts are given, along with measured drawings. Finally, various jigs and specialized tools like the steamer are explained and methods of constructing them given.Jim Rendi has captured all the skill of the colonial chair maker and shares it with his readers. His Philadelphia Chair Company specializes in Windsor chairs of several traditional styles, but this comb back is among the favorite. A gallery at the end of the book shares other styles of Windsors that use much the same methods. Price: $19.95 |
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RENICK, ROGER MONTEREY: FURNISHING OF CALIF. SPANISH REVIVAL, 9 X 11 175 PP. | |
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The Spanish Revival Movement in architecture was well established when Barker Brothers, a furniture retailer, approached the Mason Manufacturing Company about creating a line of Spanish-styled furniture. That was 1929, and within a year Mason had created a 24-piece line called Monterey Furniture, which would continue in production until 1943. This richly illustrated book has many examples of Monterey shown in full-color to capture its handed painted color and forms. Pottery, fine art, textiles, accessories and more from this period are also included. A fascinating book filled with history and fine craftsmanship. Price: $49.95 |
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RENNEBERG, ROBERT C. WINCHESTER MODEL 94 184 B&W PHOTOS 8-1/2 " X 11", 208 P | |
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Outfitting a knifemaking shop doesn?t have to cost a fortune and Wayne Goddard shows hobbyists how to do it on a budget. Following on the heels of Goddard?s hot-selling how-to book, The Wonder of Knifemaking, this new book expands on information from Goddard?s popular column in Blade magazine to show knifemakers of all skill levels how to create helpful gadgets and supply their shop on a shoestring.This book is well illustrated with great photos and detailed diagrams showing the design and construction of all the tools needed to make knives. Every knifemaker will want to learn how Goddard can create or acquire knifemaking supplies at almost no cost. Price: $34.95 |
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RENTZ, BILL GERONIMO! OVER 630 COLOR AND B 9" X 12", 192 PGS. | |
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This fully illustrated volume explores the uniforms, insignia, and equipment of American Airborne, Glider, Troop Carrier, and Airborne Engineers in World War II. Included are over 500 detailed, up-close images of individual items, and multi-side views of full combat rig, and over 100 World War II era color and black and white photos, most unpublished, showing the uniforms and equipment as worn by the troops. Covered in this extensive book are: dress uniforms; jump jackets and pants; headgear; boots; jump wings, unit patches and other insignia; Marine Corps airborne; Troop Carrier and Airborne Engineers; equipment, including parachutes, weapons, communications, and many rare and unusual items exclusive to airborne troops; and a comparative section with both British and German airborne gear. Geronimo! is a detailed look at the clothing and equipment of America's Finest, and is an important reference work for the airborne collector, reenactor, historian and veteran. Price: $59.95 |
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RESCH, KURT M. A WORLD OF BUS TOYS AND MODELS 510 COLOR PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 160 PG | |
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Here is the most comprehensive collection of toy and model buses ever presented in one book. Experience the evolution of bus transportation as you explore a worldwide showcase of buses from the 1920s to the present.This book provides a unique resource for discovering an extensive variety of buses and over 150 toy companies who made them. These models feature coaches of most major manufacturers of buses; American, European and Asian coaches are shown in the actual liveries (trim) of scores of bus companies. Also featured are school buses, trolley buses and others.With over 500 color photographs of over 1100 buses, here is the missing link in the transportation toy library, the book that bus lovers have been waiting for! Price: $29.95 |
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RETSKIN, BILL THE MATCHCOVER COLLECTOR'S PRICE GU 300 COLOR AND B&W PH 8-1/2 " X 11", 304 P | |
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The completely updated edition of this best seller is loaded with tips to help train hobbyists make their G-scale railroading layouts a reality. Gardeners seeking to enhance their garden beds and collectors of authentic scale cars will find that everything from track plans to right-of-ways to roadbeds is covered. New to this edition is information on simplified wiring systems for two or more trains using DCC, new locomotives, cars, and power supplies. Also included are two new chapters covering modern locomotives and modern freight cars. Both novice and expert railroaders will benefit from this book. Price: $21.95 |
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REVI, ALBERT THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF AMERICAN CUT AND ENG OVER 650 PHOTOS 8 1/2" X 11", 320 PG | |
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Elegant and utilitarian glasswares have been made for over thirty centuries. The manufacture of cut glass in America stems from a history that reaches back to ancient Egypt, while engraved glass was known in classical Rome. In this excellent new edition of a classic work, the author traces the American phases of this fascinating history by describing the products of major and minor manufacturers. See the American industry evolve from its early days of imitative work, through highly imaginative products in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, to a declining mediocrity in the 1920s and '30s. This book has been established as the "bible" in this field, and the addition of 150 new photos and fully updated text and pricing information make this edition the best yet. Glass collectors will treasure this unequalled reference. Price: $69.95 |
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REYNOLDS, CHARLES V. COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TO GLASS BANKS 269 PGS., SOFTBOUND 8 1/2" X 11" | |
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This comprehensive guide is your one-stop source on collecting glass banks. Every type of bank is covered including: glass bottle banks, blown glass banks, candy container banks, advertising mug banks, rare bank bottles, and much more. Also included are valuable chapters on look-alikes, glass bank history, categories, rating and grading, collecting, articles, ads & patents, etc. Beautifully illustrated with full-color photos, each of the 100's of items shown has an informative description along with it's price range. For anyone who collects glass banks, or is looking to start a collection, this is the book for you. Price: $0.00 |
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REYNOSA, MARK A. THE M-1 HELMET: A HISTORY OF THE U.S. OVER 350 COLOR AND B 8 1/2" X 11", 112 PG | |
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This new book presents over seven years of research into the history of the M-1 helmet during World War II, and provides the most comprehensive examination of its development and production. All aspects of M-1 helmet production are covered including: the helmet body, the fiber liner, the plastic liner, the parachutist helmet, helmet camouflage, helmet modifications, helmet paint schemes, and toy helmets. Every production helmet version is presented in full color photographs, including detail shots and production markings. Also included are World War II era photographs of the helmet samples, helmet production, and helmets worn in training or in action. This book a valuable reference to both historians and collectors. Price: $39.95 |
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REYNOSA, MARK A. U.S. COMBAT HELMETS OF THE 20TH CENTURY OVER 250 COLOR AND B 8 1/2" X 11", 112 PG | |
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This book represents nearly a decade of research into the history of U.S. production combat helmets. Covered are the standard ground helmets, parachutist helmets and helmet covers. Every major production helmet version is presented in full color photographs, including detail shots and production markings. Price: $39.95 |
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REYNOSA, MARK A. POST-WORLD WAR II M-1 HELMETS: AN ILLU OVER 260 COLOR AND B 8 1/2" X 11", 136 PG | |
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This book presents several years of research into the history of Americas post-World War II M-1 Helmet. It provides the most comprehensive look into the research, development, and production of the M-1 Helmet during this often overlooked period. All aspects of the M-1 Helmet are covered, as well as associated research and development programs that impacted the helmet, such as the Nylon Helmet Program. The book provides a detailed look at helmet production, including the helmet body, cotton duck liner, Combat Helmet Liner, parachutists helmets, and camouflage helmet covers. The production history of every major manufacture is also provided. Every production helmet is covered with full color photographs, including detail shots and production markings. Also included are contract sheets, a contract number reference, military specification drawings, and photos of helmet samples and helmet production. Price: $39.95 |
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REYNOSA, MARK A. THE PERSONNEL ARMOR SYSTEM GROUND TROOPS OVER 115 COLOR AND B 8 1/2" X 11", 80 PGS | |
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This book presents the history of the U.S. militarys current issue helmet the PASGT (pass-get) Helmet and provides the most comprehensive look into the research, development, and production of the helmet between 1971 and the present. All aspects of the PASGT Helmet are covered, including the early research and development efforts that resulted in the final helmet design and construction. The book supplements coverage of this early period with photographs of the various helmets. The book also provides a detailed look at helmet production, including the ground troops helmet, parachutists helmet, and helmet covers. The production history of every major manufacturer is also provided. Every production helmet is covered with full color photographs, including details and production markings. Also included are contract sheets and military specification drawings. Price: $19.95 |
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REZAZADEH, FRED COSTUME JEWELRY 8.5" x 11", 360 PGS CLOTHBOUND | |
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The breadth of the industry is represented by more than 2,000 pieces featured in color. The author explains the ever-changing market, value scales, and investment tips. 1998 values. Price: $24.95 |
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REZAZADEH, FRED COLLECTIBLE SILVER JEWELRY 8.5" x 11", 144 PGS CLOTHBOUND | |
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The author of our popular Costume Jewelry: A Practical Handbook and Value Guide has produced another comprehensive encyclopedia for jewelry collectors, this one devoted solely to silver jewelry. This unique reference covers a broad spectrum, from cheap to expensive, rare to common, U.S. and Continental to Middle Eastern and Oriental, handcrafted to mass produced, urban to tribal, traditional to art moderne, prominent designers to unknown silversmiths. The thousands of examples displayed in the book include unmarked pieces as well as those produced by approximately 100 U.S. manufacturers and that of over 150 foreign manufacturers, along with their trademarks and national silver standard marks, and in most cases, supplemented by brief histories and biographies of the major manufacturers and designers. The book covers the jewelry of about 30 countries and is organized according to the geographical areas where the silver jewelry was manufactured. The many biographies and histories, approximately 950 photos, and several hundred marks and trademarks make this an indispensable book on collectible silver jewelry. 2001 values. Price: $24.95 |
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RICH, MARK 100 GREATEST BABY BOOMER TOYS 100 CHAPTERS RANKING 8-1/4 " X 10-7/8", 2 | |
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Boomers will be digging through their closets in search of their childhood after paging through this colorful nostalgic photo reference of the toys and playthings from the baby boomer generation. All ages will want to pick up this book and see what?s inside?from the common to the obscure?bringing back memories like the sound of tinker toys being dumped from a can. Each of the 100 chapters includes photographs and text discussing the origins and history of the popular toys, as well as other toys of the same type. For collectors, value listings are included for many more than the 100 featured toys. As a nostalgic picture book, it should become one of the primary gift books of the year. Price: $24.95 |
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RICH, MARK TOYS A TO Z THE SOURCE FOR TOY A 6 " X 9", 480 PGS. | |
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How did Fisher-Price get its start? What company produced cast-iron toys in Freeport, Illinois? And who were Milton and Bradley, anyway? The answers to these and hundreds of other questions are found in Toys A to Z, a handy pocket reference by Mark Rich, author of 100 Greatest Baby Boomer Toys. This dictionary and guide lists and illustrates toys, games and dolls, including the most obscure and offbeat, plus the TV shows, movies and traditions that inspired them. This book is a reference that antique dealers and expert toy collectors and enthusiasts will turn to again and again. Price: $19.95 |
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RICHARDS, GUY WORLD WAR II TROOP TYPE PARACHUTES AXIS OVER 220 COLOR AND B 8 1/2" X 11", 144 PG | |
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World War II Troop Type Parachutes is uniquely suited for anyone interested in the history of airborne troops, and is profusely illustrated with unpublished period and contemporary photographs. Collectors, modelers and history researchers will be able to identify all of the troop parachutes used by the Axis powers in World War II. Additionally technical data, drawings and packing instructions are included for those who own or find a vintage parachute. The narrative describes the developmental history of the equipment and employment technique. Incidentals such as aircraft, tactical use, uniforms and even insignia are mentioned if they alter or refute what has previously been accepted as fact. This initial volume is devoted to the three Axis nations that formed paratroop units: Germany, Italy and Japan. A future volume will cover the Allied countries: Russia (USSR), France, Poland, Britain and the U.S. The chapters in each volume are arranged in the approximate chronological order of development. Price: $29.95 |
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RICHARDSON, BETH GARDENING WITH CHILDREN WITH 99 PHOTOS AND D 8 " X 10", 160 PGS. | |
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Gardening with Children is the only book written for parents about involving children in the family garden. In it, Beth Richardson offers time-tested techniques for balancing parenting, work, and gardening. You'll learn how to make each stage of gardening--from planting to harvest -- a fun, hands-on activity, allowing children to add their energy and enthusiasm to a project that benefits the whole family. A special feature of this book is the variety of family garden projects you and your children can make. You'll build year-round excitement in and out of the garden with these activities, which include:
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RICHARDSON, MIKE COLLECTING DINKY TOYS VALUABLE IDENTIFICAT 6-3/4 " X 9-1/2", 13 | |
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Dinky, a name that became synonymous with the whole genre of small toy cars is actually the name of a highly collectible brand of British-made toy vehicles produced from 1934 to 1979. Avid collectors know Dinky Toys. Now Collecting Dinky Toys tells everyone the whole story.Here?s the complete list of every Dinky Toy from cars, trucks, and buses to ships, construction vehicles, and military vehicles, plus their accessories. This valuable identification and value guide lists more than 1,500 toy vehicles with the dates manufactured, colors, and current values.This competitively priced comprehensive listing, with 400 full-color photos, references all Dinky Toys available. Collectors will find toy vehicles conveniently categorized by type for easy reference. Price: $24.95 |
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RICHARDSON, PAUL MAKING CLASSIC ENGLISH FURNITURE 8.25 X 11 179 PP. | |
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Written by a fifth-generation English cabinetmaker and published by the Guild of Master Craftsmen, this book succeeds in its task of presenting, for the contemporary woodworker, a series of projects that combine the use of modern tools with traditional English cabinetmaking methods. The color photographs and quality line drawings accent the author's thoroughly readable text. Projects explained and illustrated include an 18th Century chest; a late-Georgian dressing table; a mid-Georgian library bookcase and more. Each of the projects allows the author to focus on techniques such as dovetailing, drawer-making, veneering and more. Materials and equipment are also discussed in great detail. Price: $0.00 |
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RICHEY, JIM SLIPCASE SET: METHODS OF WORK WITH B&W DRAWINGS 5 1/2 " X 8 1/2", 99 | |
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Methods of Work has long been the premier forum for woodworkers to share their best tips. This special four-book, paperback collection is the perfect gift for any woodworker. Contains: Please note: The TauntonPLUS discount does not apply to this set. Price: $39.95 |
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RICHEY, JIM TABLESAW: METHODS OF WORK WITH B&W DRAWINGS 5 1/2 " X 8 1/2", 2 | |
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Tablesaw Methods of Work provides hundreds of jigs, fixtures, setups, and methods to improve your woodworking and make using a tablesaw safer and easier. It's all from Fine Woodworking's Methods of Work column, the premier forum for woodworkers to share their best tips. You'll learn about:
Finishing Router Workshop Slipcase set (all four books) Price: $12.95 |
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RICHEY, JIM ROUTER: METHODS OF WORK WITH B&W DRAWINGS 5 1/2 " X 8 1/2", 2 | |
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Router Methods of Work provides hundreds of innovative methods to use the most versatile of all woodworking tools. From dado basics to fixtures for complex circular work, Router Methods of Work has the techniques to expand the capabilities of your router. It's all from Fine woodworking's Methods of Work column, the premier forum for woodworkers to share their best tips. You'll learn about:
Finishing Tablesaw Workshop Slipcase set (all four books) Price: $12.95 |
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RICHEY, JIM WORKSHOP: METHODS OF WORK WITH B&W DRAWINGS 5 1/2 " X 8 1/2", 2 | |
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Workshop Methods of Work provides hundreds of imaginative shop strategies, setups, jigs, and techniques to help solve your most vexing woodworking problems. It's all from Fine Woodworking's Methods of Work, the premier forum for woodworkers to share their best tips. You'll learn about:
Finishing Router Tablesaw Slipcase set (all four books) Price: $12.95 |
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RICHEY, JIM FINISHING: METHODS OF WORK WITH B&W DRAWINGS 5 1/2 " X 8 1/2", 2 | |
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Finishing Methods of Work combines the wisdom of finishing sages such as George Frank with tips from amateurs and pros to provide a unique resource for anyone who finishes wood. It's all from Fine Woodworking's Methods of Work" column, the premier forum for woodworkers to share their best tips. Some of the topics covered (see the book's table of contents for a complete list):
Router Tablesaw Workshop Slipcase set (all four books) Price: $12.95 |
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