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Woodworking Tools
- Describes the Basic Woodworking Tools
- Includes Illustrations and Descriptions of the Different Forms of Tools
- Written by the Founder of the Tool and Trades History Society
$8.95
Chinese Domestic Furniture in Photographs and Measured Drawings
- Enlightened Discussion of the Accomplishments of Chinese Craftsmen
- Hundreds of Superb Illus. Make this both Informative and Aesthetically Plea
- 21 Measured Drawings for those Interested in Creating Chinese Furniture
$24.95
Fancy Coffins to Make Yourself
- Provides Detailed Instructions
- 230 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$14.95
A Manual of Veneering
- Clear, Well-Written Manual on the Craft of Veneering
- Learn how to Easily Create Your Own Veneer Press
- Completey Covers all the Techniques of this Ancient Craft
$13.95
Pens From the Wood Lathe
- Techniques on Making a Well-Working & Spectacular-Looking Pen
- 273 Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$12.95
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
Country Store Counter Jars And Tins
- Covers in Detail Over 100 Years of Counter Jars and Tins
- Superbly Illustrated with 390+ Color Photographs
- Includes Values for the Distribution Jars and their Variations
$29.95
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
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
Metalwork In Early America
- Explores the Importance of Copper & its Alloys to Early Americans
- Illustrates & Discusses Over 300 Individual Copper Pieces
- Features Color Photos, Glossary, Bibliography and Index
$55.00
Windjammers Of The Pacific Rim
- A Fascinating History of the Commercial Sailing Schooner
- Brings the Golden Age of Wind Ships Alive
- Filled with Old Photographs and Stirring True Stories
$19.95
Boatbuilding Manual
- One of the Most Widely Read Texts on the Subject
- Covers: Plans, Tools, Woods, Fastenings, Setting Up, Framing..etc!
- Filled with Helpful Illustrations & Hints and Reccomendations
$34.95
American Folk Art in Wood, Metal and Stone
- Nearly 200 Black & White Photos Represent the Finest Examples of Folk Art
- Lively Text Discusses the History & Origins of Each Form
- Contains Ships' Figureheads, Weathervanes, Toys, Decoys, etc.
$12.95
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