Metal Work category: 204 books

Have you always wanted to learn to chainmail but were afraid it's too difficult to learn or too expensive? This is the second in a series of books detailing how to chainmail for beginners with absolutely no experience. Chain mail, also known as chainmail, maille, or chainmaille is a great hobby...

Contained within this antiquarian volume is a simple, accessible guide to the care and maintenance of wrist watches, with information on cleaning, minor repairs, and more. Written in clear, plain language and complete with step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations, this text is perfect for...

An Updated Guide to Locksmithing Filled with easy-to-follow instructions, illustrations, charts, and checklists, this updated locksmithing resource covers locking mechanisms used in today's residential, automotive, commercial, and electronic security devices. Whether you want to install a home security...

A full constructional guide on building this easy boiler for PYRTE the Pull You Round Traction Engine, complete with drawings and pictures to build this 1 and 1/2 inch plus scale traction engine.It's the most inexpensive pull you round you can build and is aimed at the first-timer with its simplicity.Requires the use of a lathe, drill and heating torches/blow lamps.

A full constructional guide on building this easy firebox for PYRTE the Pull You Round Traction Engine, complete with drawings and pictures to build this 1 and 1/2 inch plus scale traction engine.It's the most inexpensive pull you round you can build and is aimed at the first-timer with...

This volume contains a course of twelve lessons on blacksmithing, horseshoeing, and wagon making, originally designed for schools and technical colleges. With helpful tables, simple diagrams, and a wealth of handy tips, this volume will be of considerable utility to modern readers looking for an introduction...

This vintage text contains a detailed guide to watch repair, with descriptions of the watch movement, parts of the watch, and common stoppages of wrist watches. The aim of this text is to describe as clearly as possible how the watch works and how to repair and keep it in order. Complete with step-by-step...

The Gunsmith Manual by firearms expert and metalworker B. Smith is packed full of useful information for any would-be gun maker. At an amazing 326 illustrated pages, you are sure to find the information you are looking for. From basic disassembly and maintenance to more complex repair and customization...

TIG welding is a difficult but rewarding process that creates strong welds that are both good looking and airtight. Scroll up... and click on "Buy Now" to deliver almost instantly to your Kobo or other reading device.

Whether you are trying to start a project in which 2 pieces of plastic need to be fused, or you are in need of repairing a broken piece of plastic, welding plastic often can be the easiest and least expensive option. You'll need an electric welding gun and an appropriate welding rod to weld plastic....

From basic disassembly and maintenance to more complex repair and customization techniques, weapons expert B. Smith explains in clear text and detailed photos how to get the very most out of your pistol or revolver. Whether you're wondering how to mount a front or rear sight, replace a cylinder, give...

Popular jewelry designer and instructor Scott David Plumlee shows readers how to create 24 intricate-looking earrings, bracelets, and necklaces at home with a new quick and easy soldering technique. An innovative new material is turning traditional soldering upside down. Scott David Plumlee,...

With This Top-Rated Guide Learn About Radio Hobbyists, Radio Controlled Car, Building Radio Controlled Car, Building The Fastest Car, Plane, Competitions and Many More!  

Working with copper, especially welding copper, requires its own special techniques. Before working with copper, learn to handle it safely. Determine the copper type, its alloy and thickness, all of which are necessary to ensure the correct welding method is being used... Scroll up... and click on "Buy Now" to deliver almost instantly to your Kobo or other reading device.