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High Steel: Building the Bridges Across San Francisco Bay
- Great New Book About San Francisco Bay's Bridges
- Takes you Through Their Construction, Start to Finish
- Filled with Fascinating Vintage Photos
$24.95
The Tinsmith’s Helper and Pattern Book
- Practical Information for the Metalworker
- Patterns, Formulas and Handy Advice
- 1910 Revision of the 1879 Edition
$14.50
Early American Technology
- Collection of Intriguing Original Essays
- Discusses Early Technology and Environmental Issues
- Recent Historiographic Concerns Addressed
$24.95
Antique Golf Collectibles
- Features Every Sort of Gold Collectible Imaginable
- Clubs, Balls, Trophies, Golf Bags, etc. are All Indetified and Priced
- Comprehensive Guide Includes Manufaturer and Product Histories
$29.95
Henry’s Dutch Country Anthology
- Compilation of Fascinating Info About the Culture of the Pennsylvania Dutch
- Includes Articles on Pewter Spoons, Gunmaking, Architecture, and More
- Most Interesting and Well Illustrated Read – Not Available Anywhere Else
$18.50
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
$49.50
The American Pewterer: His Techniques & His Products
- Colonial Artifacts and How They Were Made
- Illustrated with Engravings, Line Drawings & Photographs.
- Discover a Nearly Forgotten Craft
$24.95
A History Of Mechanics
- Superbly Written by Leading Scholar and Educator Rene Dugas
- Follows Beginnings With Aristotle to Todays Quantum Mechanics
- Must For Anyone Interested in the Science of Mathematics
$24.95
American Levels Patents
- More than Patented Levels of New England Illustrated & Explained
- Includes Many Levels by the Stanley Rule & Level Company
- An Essential Reference for Tool Collectors & Dealers
$27.96
Henry’s Dutch Country Anthology
- Substantially Expanded Sequel to the Original Volume
- Includes Article on the Blacksmith, Silver, Pewter, Architecture, and More
- Thoroughly Interesting and Well Illustrated Read
$9.95
The Collector’s Guide To Cine Cameras
- Perfect Guide to an Increasingly Popular Collecting Field
- Filled with Detailed Photos and Important Collector's Info
- Includes Helpful Section on Using Classic Cine Cameras Today
$34.95
The Colonial Silversmith: His Techniques and His Products
- The History, Methods and Tools of a Lost Art
- Illustrated with Engravings, Line Drawings & Photographs
- A Well Written Exposition on the Trade
$24.95
Scrimshaw The Whaler’s Legacy
- Covers Every Facet of the Art of Scrimshaw
- Complete with Over 400 Superb Illustrations
- Collectors and Modern Scrimshawn Artists will Find this Book a Joy
$69.95
The History of Old Time Farm Implement Wrenches
- The Definitive Guide to Cast Iron Wrenches
- Illustrated with Thousands of Photographs & Drawings
- 513 Pages with 176 Page Softbound Supplement
$50.00
American Axes: A Survey Of Their
- Captures the Spirit of an Early America that Depended on the Axe
- Chronicles Great Axe Makers, Care and Use, & Listing of Axemaekers
- Finally Back in Print After Many Years of Being Unavailable
$14.95
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
The Early Ironwork of Charleston
- Great Historical Overview of Metalworking in Early Charleston
- Illustrated With Line Drawings by Richard J. Bryan
- Fences, Balconies, Gates, Grilles, Foot Scrapers & Shutter Guards
$19.95
Groovy Kitchen Designs For
- Introduction to the World of Vintage Electric & Metal Kitchen Collectibles
- 300+ Illus. of Appliances and Kitchenware & Lots of Wonderful Advertising
- Will be Treasured by Collectors and Flea Market Frequenters Alike
$29.95
America For Sale: Guide To Antique Advertising
- Full-Color Celebration of America's Advertising Traditon
- Hundreds of Items Such as Signs, Poster, Calenders, Tins, Novelties, Etc.
- Includes Price Guide Making this a Valuable Reference Guide
$29.95
Elements Of Woodcarving
- A Thoughtful Examination of the Carving in Theory & Practice
- Copiously Illustrated With Great Color Photographs
- Steps Through a Series of Diverse Woodcarving Projects
$17.95
Martin J. Donnelly Auctions, September 2019 Auction Catalogue
- Full Color Auction Catalogue
- Mailed 3 Wks Before Sale
- Photographs of all Items
$23.95
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
$17.95
Cowboys
- Gives a Rare Pictorial Glimpse into the Old West
- Features Pictures of a Visit from President Teddy Roosevelt in Hugo
- Will be Enjoyed by Anyone who Revels in the Romance of the West
$19.95
