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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
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
Dovetails Made Simple
- A Master Woodworker Reveals the Secrets of Dovetails
- Yet Another Video in this Extremely Popular Series
- Like Having a Private Instructor
$24.95
Plain And Ornamental Forging, Second Ed.
- Excellent Guide to the Fine Art of Blacksmithing
- Richly Illustrated with Clear and Simple Explanation
- Will Equip Anyone with the Tools and Skills Needed to Become a Blacksmith
$21.95
Holly’s Picturesque Country Seats
- Classic Architectural Designs and Commentary, ca. 1860
- An Important and Influential Work on Amerian Design
- Illustrated with Line Drawings and Floor Diagrams
$12.95
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
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
Chinese Technology In the Seventeenth Century
- Exceptional Document on the History of Traditional Chinese Technology
- Covers Almost all the Major Industrial Techniques of its Time
- Includes 152 Original Woodcuts, Bibliographies, Glossary, and Much More
$20.95
Fostoria Glass: Identification & Value Guide, Volume II
- Second of Two Volumes with Important Updated Information
- Covers Fostoria's Etched, Carved, and Cut Designs
- An Essential Guide To the Wide World of Fostoria Glass Collecting
$24.95
Milk Glass: Imperial Glass Corporation; with Price Guide
- Detailed, Well-Researched Book on Imperial Milk Glass
- Illustrated Look at the Wide Variety of Decorations and Treatments
- Features Updated Price Guide
$29.95
War Toys For Boys
- Detailed Plans for Making Battleships, Submarines, Toy Machine Guns, etc.
- Each Project List Materials & Contains Clear Step-by-Step Instructions
- Contains Numerous Helpful Diagrams
$6.95
Coal Mining
- Complete Explanation on Coal Mining and its Evolution
- Features Numerous Black & White Photographs and Detailed Diagrams
- Written by an Expert on the Topic
$8.95
Mazes
- Traces the History of Mazes Worldwide, Past to Present
- Contains a Wealth of Information & Fascinating Little-Known Facts
- Features Countless Black & White Photos of these Mystifying Works of Art
$8.95
Old Lorries
- Traces the Complete History of the Lorry (Old Truck)
- Covers Military & Civilian Uses, the Diesel Engine, WWII, etc.
- Features Numerous Vintage Black & White Photos
$8.95
The Victorian Ironmonger
- Illustrated History of the Victorian Ironmonger
- Covers the Purchase of Goods, Keeping Account, Credit, and Many More
- Features Countless Vintage Black & White Photos
$8.95
A History of Costume
- Most Reliable & Authentic Account of Costume Throughout the Ages
- Detailed Illustrations & Photos are Plentiful and Extremely Accurate
- Feautres Measured & Detailed Patterns for Making Authentic Copies
$19.95
Great Knots & How To Tie Them
- Over 175 of the Most Useful, Practical, and Decorative Knots
- Step-by-Step Instructions of Each Individual Knot
- Photographs Illustrate Uses of Each Knot
$13.95
Early American Embroidery Designs
- Authentic Treasury of Timeless Embroidery Designs
- Includes: Stylized & Traditional Patterns, Floral Bouquets, and More
- Excellent Treasury of Needlework Inspiration
$6.95
Techniques In American Folk Decoration
- Provides Detailed Instructions for a Wide Variety of Decorations
- Features Over 180 Illustrations of Beautiful Examples
- Includes Helpful Tips on Restoration and Preservations
$14.95
Early American Stencils on Walls and Furniture
- Most Authoritative Source Available on Stenciling
- Dozens of Examples Described w/ Details on Colors, Motifs, Tools, etc.
- Includes Countless Detailed Illustrations & Photos
$24.95
Neat And Tidy – Boxes & Contents
- Comprehensive Study of Pre-Civil War Boxes
- Beautifully Illustrated in Both Color and Black & White
- A Must-Read for any Collector or Fan of Antique Boxes
$19.95
Antique Brass Wind Instruments: With Buyer’s Guide
- Reprints from Musical Catalogs Accompanied by New Info
- Features 100+ Illustrations and Value Estimations
- Includes a Glossary, Bibliography, and Helpful Appendices
$29.95