"The Lathe Book, 3rd Edition is the definitive guide to this essential turning machine written by a veteran woodturning author, teacher, and lathe designer. tremendous advances in lathes, accessories, and sharpening equipment. In this completed revised and expanded 3rd edition, legendary turning author, teacher, and designer Ernie Conover brings this classic reference book up-to-date, incorporating the many recent innovations in the lathe and its accessories"--

· An introduction and project-based course to the lathe and lathe metalworking · Contains 12 projects that start with basic tasks and progress into advanced skills · Projects are heavily illustrated with drawings and photographs · Great practice for both beginners and experienced lathe owners

A Course In Wood Turning is a work by Archie S. Milton. Wood turning is used in various forms in making furniture and furniture parts, building trim, tool parts and toys. A comprehensive course!

This CD-ROM contains the PDF version of Metalworking Sink or Swim. This collection of priceless tips, tricks, skills, and experiences from a veteran of the trade is presented in a way that captures the attention of users and engages them in the process of furthering the art. It includes shop-tested descriptions and illustrations of creative and unique skills and observations from almost 40 years in the metalworking trades. What's more, it offers enough material from several metalworking trades to start a great research and development shop. It is sure to be a valuable and time-saving resource for anyone involved in the fabrication of metal. Written by a shop peer from the perspective of having done the required work. Includes numerous photos and illustrative stories that help users easily understand the material presented and the techniques provided. Contains a chapter on flame straightening techniques. Offers many examples of special workholding techniques. Covers crossover skills like Welding/Machine, Sheetmetal/Welding, and Design/Management.