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Tools and Tool Collecting
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The Catalogue of Antique Tools, 1999 Edition
- The Greatest Antique Tool Catalogue of All Time
- 6,662 Tools–All Photographed in Full Color & Described
- Guaranteed to Pay for Itself
$25.00
Victorian Costume For Ladies:1860-1900
- Lavishly Illustrated with Hundreds of 19th Century Photographs
- Includes All Manner of Women's Garments
- Includes Commentary on Social History
$29.95
Fiesta Colorful Dinnerware With Values Price
- A Sweeping Survey of the the Popular Dinnerware – Fiesta
- Hundreds of Beautiful Full-Color Photos Chronicle the Many Fiesta Forms
- Each Piece Shown Includes a Complete Descripton and Value
$24.95
Old Telephones
- Tells the Story of one of the Most Important Inventions of All Time
- Shows the Telephone in All its Varied Shapes & Forms, Past to Present
- Generously Illustrated with Numerous Early Photos & Illustrations
$8.95
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
Colt’s Single Action Army Revolver
- Includes Fascinating Stories of the Legend & Romance of the Peacemaker
- Features Collecting Tips & Techniques
- Filled with Detailed Photos, Including Color Section
$24.99
Potters & Potteries Of Chester County, Pennsylvania
- Updated and Enhanced Version of the Previous Sold Out Edition
- Complete Story of the Potteries and Potters of Chester County
- Contains a Wealth of Historical and Genealogical Information
$19.95
The Victorian Workhouse
- Illustrated History of the Victorian Workhouse & Those Who Lived There
- Looks at the Design & Construction, Workhouse Life & Routine, and More
- Numerous Vintage Photos Help Paint the Bleak Story of the Workhouse
$8.95
Cast-Iron Architecture in New York a Photgraphic Survey
- Countless Photos of Fine Examples From Numerous Aspects & Angles
- Detailed Commentaries Identify Architect, Foundry, Date Built, & More
- One of the Most Comprehensive Statements on Cast Iron Ever Compiled
$21.95
Washington, D.C., Then and Now
- 69 Sites Shown in Detailed Black & White Photos, Past & Present
- Features Captions Brimming with Authentic Historic Detail
- Shows: Capitol in Various Stages, White House, Pennsylvania Ave., etc.
$24.95
The Daguerreotype In America, Third Revised Edition
- Chronicles the Daguerreotypes Brief & Tumultuous Life
- Features 104 Detailed Photos of: Men, Women, Children, Famous People, etc.
- Pictures Accompanied by Informative Captions
$27.95
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
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
Log Homes Made Easy
- Revised & Updated Edition is Bigger & Better than Ever
- Takes you Through the Complete Process of Contracting & Building
- Covers: Getting Started, Skills & Tools, Controlling Costs, & More
$16.95
Angel Carving and Other Favorites
- Learn to Carve & Paint a Variety of Angel Figures
- 143 Black & White Photos, 49 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 80 PGS.
$12.95
Professional Smithing
- Toolmaking & Ironwork
- With 257 Illustrations
- For the Working Smith or the Collector
$24.95
Turning & Mechanical Manipulation Vol II
- "A Remarkable Achievement" – 2nd Volume of a 5 Volume Set
- Covers the Construction, Action & Application of Cutting Tools
- Features 700+ Detailed Illustrations and Diagrams
$22.95
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
Encyclopedia Of Marks of Earthenware, Ironstone & Stoneware
- Stoneware 1780-1980
- 9 X 11, 688 Pp.
$69.95
Arts & Crafts Designs for the Home
- In-Depth Look at the Arts & Crafts Movement
- Large Representations of the Decorative Arts, With a Focus on Furniture
- Each Item Illustrated in Color & Carefully Described With Values
$59.95
Sweets and Sweet Shops
- Learn How Sweet Shops Have Changed Throughout the Decades
- Numeous Vintage Photos Lend a Nostalgic Air
- An Absolute Must for Any Sweet Tooth!
$8.95
Woodworking Machinery
- A Contemporary Account of "Modern" Woodworking Machines
- Originally Published In 1880
- Saws, Planers, Beam Machines, Power, Shafting & More
$16.50
Evolution Of A Tractor
- Compilation of Accounts from Exceutives of the Int'l Harvester Company
- Chronicles the Evolution of Larger Tractors to Smaller Tractors
- Illustrated with Numerous Vintage Photos
$13.95