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Redwood Classics
- Memorial to the Magnificent but Dwindling Redwood Sequoia
- Features over 230 Haunting Photographs
- Quotes Many of the Lumbermen's Memories of Logging these Natural Giants
$12.95
The Best of Golden Oak Furniture
- Demonstrates the Very Best Golden Oak Furniture from American Makers
- Various Pieces All Shown with Detailed Descriptions and Price Ranges
- Standard Reference for Judging the Field
$29.95
The Crystal Palace Exhibition and Illustrated Catalogue
- Displays an Entire Universe of Design
- Contains 1500+ Richly Illustrated Items
- Gives the Illusion that you are on a Walking Tour of the Palace Itself
$34.95
General Line Catalog Ca. 1920
- The Full Product Line Showing Stanley's Largest Line
- Includes Post WW I Innovations
- Many Illustrations in Color
$34.50
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
$13.95
Pewter Of The Western World
- Chronicles the History of the Pewter Industry from 1600-1850
- Includes Nature of Pewter, How it Was Made, Industry, Decoration, and More
- Examines Care and Dating, and the Nature of Fakes or Reproductions
$60.00
Planemakers Of Western Pennsylvania and Environs
- A Superb Regional History of Western Pennsylvania
- Great Color & Black & White Photographs
- Captures the Spirit of the Age
$19.95
Pocket Watches From The Pendant Watch To The Tourbillon
- Covers the Growing Popularity of Pocket Watch Collecting
- Thoroughly Illustrated with 160+ Photos
- Even a Novice Collector can Understand Complex Mechanisms
$79.95
Simonds Saw Mfr. Co. General Line Catalog
- The Full Product Line From a Prominent Saw Maker
- Includes Non-Saw Tools as Well
- Great Period Illustrations
$14.50
The Shaker Legacy: Perspectives of an Enduring Tradition
- The History and Style of the Shaker Tradition
- An Exploration of the Shaker Way of Life
- Illustrated With Great Photographs of Shaker Furniture
$40.00
Sporting Collectables
- Will Fascinate Readers with this Exciting Field of Collecting Interest
- 400 Color Photos Feature Unusual and Interesting Sporting Collectibles
- All Items Listed with Text, Rarities Scale, and Identifying Captions
$29.95
Mortise And Tenon Made Simple Video
- The Art of the Mortise and Tenon Joint
- Produced by a Former Cabinet Maker to the Royal Family
- The Next Best Thing to a Private Tutor
$24.95
Enameled Kitchenware American & European
- Celebration of Enameled Ware from the late 1800's to 1940
- Includes 500+ Excellent Color Photos with Price Ranges
- Sure to Please Collectors, Dealers, Interior Designers and More.
$34.95
The Woodworker’s Guide to Hand Tools
- Filled With Tips For the Contemporary Craftsperson
- Illustrated With Superb Line Drawings
- Covers Hand Tools and Much More
$22.95
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
$34.95
Gambling Collectibles
- Guide to Highly Collectible Items Valued by a Growing Number of Aficionados
- Features Wide Array of Items 400+ Great Illustrations and Price Guide
- Will Inform and Amuse Both the Novice and Established Collector
$29.95
Improved Labor Saving Carpenters’ Tools
- Lists Much of the Stanley Line Available Ca. 1900
- Featuring the Stanley "Imp" on the Cover
- Great Little Reference
$4.50
Violins And Other Stringed Instruments
- Learn to Make a Violin and other Stringed Instruments
- Filled with Detailed Line Drawings and Information
- Enormous Amount of Information for Very Reasonable Price
$10.95
1874 Gurley Catalog
- Early Surveying Instruments
- Copiously Illustrated
- Early and highly detailed
$22.95
How To Carve Wood
- Projects and Techniques for the Woodcarver
- Covers Tools, Sharpening, Relief Carving, Chip Carving & More
- Filled With Great Illustrations, Photographs and Instruction
$19.95
Top of the Line Hunting Collectibles
- Contains the Best of the Finest Collections of Hunting Collectibles
- Literally 1000's of Photos and Features an Informative Value Guide
- Both the Novice and Seasoned Collector will Enjoy this Book
$89.95
Pennsylvania Dutch American Folk Art
- Delightful Compilation of Photos and Commentary of Distinctive Folk Art
- Addresses Every Aspect of Artistic Output of this Fascinating Subculture
- Features Furniture, Glass, Pottery, Textiles, and Much More
$9.95
Price Guide To Cookbooks and Recipe Leaflets
- Excellent Price Guide to Vintage Cookbooks and Recipe Leaflets
- Filled with Hundreds of Items with Description and Current Values
- Features Newer Books Expected to Develop a Market in the Future
$9.95
Professional Smithing
- Toolmaking & Ironwork
- With 257 Illustrations
- For the Working Smith or the Collector
$24.95