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Nashua, NH September, 2003 Antique Tool Auction Catalogue (FC03)
- Nashua, NH September, 2003 Antique Tool Auction Catalogue
- 780 Lots (FC03)
- September 6, 2003
$6.99

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

Elementary Forge Practice
- Reprint Of 1917 Shop Manual
- Includes Detailed Instructions on Tool Making
- Illustrated With Excellent Line Drawings
$9.95

The Ship Model Builder’s Assistant
Every serious model builder should have this book beside him as he prepares to take on building a replica of any American clipper ship or packet ship of the Great Age of Sail, as it offers hobbyists a true understanding of the workings of a fully rigged and appointed sailing ship. Davis, a well-known naval…
$13.95

Bench Planes Video Tape
- Techniques & Traditions of Classic Bench Planes
- Includes Tuning, Sharpening & Use
- Great Advice from a Woodworking Guru
$24.95

The Book Of Shaker Furniture
- Standard Reference Work on this Small but Distinctive Collection
- Expertly Written by the Master of the Topic
- Invaluable for Those Wanting to Authentically Reproduce Shaker Furniture
$45.00

Woodworking Techniques: Essentials of Woodworking
- Compilation of the Best Article on Woodworking Techniques
- Learn to Assemble, Decorate & Complete Fine Furniture
- The "Meat and Potatoes" of Woodworking How-To
$17.95

Fine Wicker Furniture
- Indepth Study of Wicker Furniture Styles and Manufactures
- 100's of Pieces of Fascinating Furniture Shown in 250+ Full-Color Photos
- Also Discusses Care and Restoration
$24.95

Fountain Pens And Pencils
- For all People Using, Owning, or Collectiong Fountain Pens and Pencils
- Features 1000+ Fountain Pens in Full or Nearly Full-Sized Photos
- Collection of Advertising & Historical Overviews, w/ Updated Value Guide
$89.95

The Virginia House
- Profiles Elegant Tidewater Virgina Homes Built in 1646-1830
- Complete with Intricate Pictures, Floor Plans, & Informative Text
- Buy, Build, or Renovate Your Own Virginia Dream House
$19.95

The Weekend Genealogist
- The Fast Track to Genealogical Research
- Top Tricks and Tips to Researching Your Family Tree
- Written by a Prominent Genealogy Expert and Lecturer
$18.99

American Copper & Brass
- A Fsscinating Historical Survey of Two Important Metals
- Filled With Photos of Great Examples of Metalwork
- Documents the Technology Used by Early Smiths
$18.50

Country Houses And Seaside Cottages of the Victorian Era
- Designs for Country Homes and Seaside Villas of 19th Century America
- Great Architectural Drawings of Spectacular Structures
- Originally Published in the 1890's
$11.95

Americas Lighthouses: An Illustrated History
- Celebration of the Lighthouse – a Vanishing Symbol of Security
- Describes the Founding and Operation of over 200 Famous Lights
- Will be Treasured by Anyone who has Felt the Lure and Romance of Lighthouse
$17.95

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

The Woodburners Companion – Practical Ways of Heating with Wood
- Combat the Skyrocketing Prices of Fuel with this Book
- Perfect Guide to the Ins and Outs of the Methods of Woodburning
- Even Knowledgable Woodburners Will Gain from the Detailed Descriptions
$15.00

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Art Materials
- Ultimate Guide through the Maze of Art Materials Available
- Comprehensive Analysis of Oil, Watercolors, Inks, Acrylics…etc.
- Beautifully Illustrated in Color – an Absolute Must for Any Artist
$27.99

Windmills And Wind Motors
- Sparks an Interest in a Branch of Mechanics Sadly Neglected
- Presents a Series of Original Designs that Will be Useful to All
- Most Comprehensive Work on the Topic of Windmills
$7.95

Funicular Railways
- Fully Describes the Development and Applications of Cable Railways
- Covers the Funicular Principle, Cliff Railways, Cable Tramways, & More
- Countless Vintage Photos Lend a Nostalgic Air to the Book
$8.95

English Drinking Glasses 1675 – 1825
- History & Illustration of the Great Variety of English Drinking Glasses
- Superbly Illustrated With Beautiful Glass Photos & Detailed Descriptions
- Must-Read for Collectors and Dealers Alike
$8.50

The Slate Industry
- In-Depth Look at the Once Great Slate Industry
- Covers What Slate Is, Its Uses, History of Development, and Much More
- Features Countless Vintage Photos of the Industry at Work
$8.95

The London Taxi
- Chronicles the Complete Development from Past to Present
- Numerous Vintage Photos Complement the Well-Written Text
- Describes & Illustrates the Many Varieties
$8.95

English Windsor Chairs
- An Informative Introduction to the Wide Variety of Windsor Chairs
- Points Out the Basic Characteristics to Aid in Naming & Dating
- Features Countless Clear Black & White Photos of Beautiful Examples
$8.95

The Victorian Chemist and Druggist
- Includes a Description of a Victorian Druggist's Shop
- Describes and Illustrates Many of the Items Sold in a Druggist's Shop
- Also Includes a Chapter on Medical and Surgical Instruments
$10.00

