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The History of Tools
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Makers of American Wooden Planes, 4th Edition
- The ONE Book to Have
- It Pays For Itself!
- Information on 2500 Planemakers
$39.95
Gas Engine Construction
- Practial Treatise on the Theory and Principles of the Gas Engine
- Includes Clear and Concise Illustrations and Dimensioned Working Drawings
- Gives Broad and Thorough Knowledge of the Priciples of Varied Gas Engines
$14.95
Native American Collectibles
- Illustrated with Full-Color Photos & Contains Up-to-Date Values
- Includes: Pottery, Jewelry, Beadwork, Textiles, Pipes, Weapons, etc.
- Also Features the History of the Native Americans' Way of Life
$24.95
Price Guide to Antique Tools
- New & Improved 4th Edition with Current Values
- Includes a New Section on Internet Auctions
- Completely Indexed & Easy to Use Reference
$17.95
A History Of Engraving & Etching
- Most Complete History of Etching and Engraving Ever Written
- 111 Outstanding Illustrations by Scores of Artists
- Covers Every Aspect of the Twin Arts in Great Detail
$20.95
December Online Auction Catalog
- Auctions to be Held December 7 & 8. 2021
- Full Color Catalogue
- Auctions End Beginning at 7:00 p.m.
$23.95
1874 Gurley Catalog
- Early Surveying Instruments
- Copiously Illustrated
- Early and highly detailed
$22.95
Distillation Of Alcohol and De-Naturing
- Completely Revised and Updated 2nd Edition
- Features Brand New Information & Chapters
- Most Comprehensive Work Available on the Topic
$15.95
Martin J. Donnelly Auctions, September 2019 Auction Catalogue
- Full Color Auction Catalogue
- Mailed 3 Wks Before Sale
- Photographs of all Items
$23.95
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
$35.00
The Cotton Industry
- Story of the Rapid Growth & Devastating Decline of the Cotton Industry
- Contains Numerous Fascinating Vintage Photos & Engravings
- With Sections on Cotton's Impact on the World, Social Consequences, & More
$9.95