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Carving Architectural Detail in Wood; The Classic Tradition

  • Thorough Primer for Woodcarvers Dealing with Classical Ornament
  • Illustrates the Carving Process with Step-by-Step in Full-Color
  • Features an Extensive Selection of Projects & an Invaluable Glossary
$19.95

79 Wildlife Patterns for the Scroll Saw

  • Great For Novice or Pro
  • 185 Color Photos
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$14.95

Shelters, Shacks, And Shanties

  • Lively, Step-by-Step Guide to building shelters, shacks, and shanties
  • Contains Complete Instructions for Dozens of Worry-Free Shelters
  • Fully Illustrated with Hundreds of Helpful Drawings
$12.95

54 3-D Scroll Saw Patterns

  • Features 54 New Patterns to Transform Into Wonderful Creations
  • 54 Patterns Plus A Color Photo Gallery
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 48 PGS.
$12.95

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 Gunpowder Industry

  • Learn the Fascinating Story of the Gunpowder Industry
  • Covers Entire History from its Development in the 14th Century to the Prese
  • Discover What Gunpowder is Made of, and Much More!
$9.95

A Timber Framer’s Workshop

  • A Superb How-To Book on Traditional Timber Framing
  • Illustrated With Clear Line Drawings & Quality Photographs
  • Includes Tips, Tricks & Techniques from 40 Years of Experience
$30.00

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

Lathe Notes Volume Four

  • Selection of Articles from Early Issues of Machinery Magazine
  • Covers: Thread Cutting, Cutting Standard Threads, Attachments, etc.
  • Fully Illustrated with Detailed Diagrams and Tables
$6.95

Top Of The Line Fishing Collectibles

  • Informative Overview of Various Fishing Paraphernalia
  • Excellent Read for the Novice Collector
  • Reflects Years of Work by Collectors Donna and Joseph Tonelli
$39.95

The Complete Rigger’s Apprentice

  • Contains All the Tools & Techniques for Modern & Traditional Rigging
  • Covers: Knots, Repairing a Mast & Shroud, Rope Trcks, and Much More
  • Features Clear Directions & Dozens of Helpful Illustrations
$39.95

Sharpening With Waterstones

  • 6 X 9
  • 112 Pp.
$14.95

The Fisherman’s Companion

  • Makes Fishing a More Productive & Pleasant Experience
  • Filled with Helpful Illustrations and Valuable Information
  • This Handy Reference is a Must for Any Fisherman, Novice or Expert
$12.95

Waterfowl Carving with J. D. Sprankle

  • Standard Reference to Carving & Painting 25 Decorative Ducks
  • Nearly 250 Photos (with Color Section) Show Every Step of the Process
  • Lively Text Discusses Every Technique
$29.95

Diamond Edge Planes Catalog

  • The Full Shapleigh Hardware Line of Tools
  • The Only Reference to this Hot Collectible
  • Available From Martin J. Donnelly Antique Tools
$5.00

How To Build Wooden Gates & Picket Fences

  • Complete Guide Makes Building a Fence Easy
  • Features 100 Classic and Contemporary Designs
  • Includes 100's of Helpful Illustrations and Photographs
$19.95

Do-It-Yourself Coffins for Pets and People

  • One Project You Won't Want to Put Off Til Tomorrow
  • 200+ Color Photos, 6 Patterns
  • 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$14.95

Martin J. Donnelly Auctions, September 2019 Auction Catalogue

  • Full Color Auction Catalogue
  • Mailed 3 Wks Before Sale
  • Photographs of all Items
$23.95

Bellfounding; Shire Album

  • Learn Everything About a Fascinating Topic too Little is Known of
  • Covers in Detail the History of the Bell, Bell Production, and Bell Tuning
  • Expertly Written by the Expert in the Topic, Trevor Jennings
$9.95

Ornamental Turning

  • The Secrets of an Arcane Art
  • Illustrated with Hundreds of Engravings
  • Reprint of the 1886 Edition
$22.50

Hand or Simple Turning

  • Introduces the Reader to all Phases of the Simple Lathe
  • Includes 771 Useful Figures which Illustrate Every Aspect Discussed
  • Filled with Information you Won't Find Anywhere Else
$24.95

A Pictorial Encyclopedia of Decorative Ironwork 12th Through 18th Cent.

  • Features Ironwork from all Over Europe
  • Filled with Over 450 Finely Detailed Black & White Photos
  • Depicts: Doors, Gates, Railing, Grilles, Candelabra, Chandeliers, etc.
$32.95

Pacific Square-Riggers

  • History, 8.5 X 11
  • 224 Pp.
$19.95

Lighthouses Of New England

  • Details the Fascinating History of Lighthouses in New England
  • Stunning Color Photos Bring the Lighthouses to Life
  • Includes Info on Architecture, Daily Life of Keepers, Maintenance, etc.
$29.95
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