Description

This vintage book contains a practical treatise on the common methods of production for blacksmiths, apprentice blacksmiths, engineers, and others. Profusely illustrated and full of helpful tips, this volume provides a elementary introduction to the tools and techniques of the workshop, and is highly recommended for those with little previous experience. Contents include: Forges for Hearths , Cast-Iron Forge , Brick Forge , Hearths , Pot Fire , Tools , Anvils , Hand Hammer , Tongs , Hand Tools , Anvil Tools , Clippers, etc. , Anvil Swages , Small Anvil , Angle Bar Tools , Cutters , Side Set Tools , Radius Tools , Spring Swages , etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing Blacksmith s Manual Illustrated now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on blacksmithing.