Decorative metalwork Books

This antiquarian book comprises a comprehensive and practical handbook on modern watches, with information on the history and development of watches, on cleaning them, repairing them, and much more. Written in clear, concise language and containing a...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to clocking making. This text is a veritable must-have for anyone with a keen interest in clocks and watches, and includes detailed, interesting information on the history of clock making, descriptions of the...

This early work on watch and clockmaking is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of all horologists. It includes discussions of: Stop Watches, Chronographs, Antique Clock and Clock Case Terms, Dates of English Period Styles, Metals Used...

In the days before mass-produced goods, blacksmiths were essential members of any community. This book provides a detailed guide to the art of blacksmithing, with practical tips and techniques for anyone looking to get started in this ancient craft.This...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

With over 200 illustrations, Sloyd offers a step-by-step guide to students learning crafting and handiwork of paper, cardboard, wooden and metal shapes, models, and tools.An excellent guide for its detail and intricacy, Sloyd begins with simple shapes...

This practical guidebook covers the various techniques used for finishing brassware in the 19th century. The author, a skilled brass finisher, provides detailed instructions on dipping, burnishing, lacquering, and bronzing brass, along with useful tips...

If you want to learn wire weaving without paying $60 for a single weaving class, then keep reading...Do you want to learn how to make wire woven jewelry, but don't know where to start?Do you want to learn at home, without having to pay $60 for...

This vintage book contains a detailed guide to general clock maintenance. It was designed to furnish practical information and comprehensive instructions to those wishing to clean, repair and make all kinds of clocks. As well as detailed and precise...

This vintage book contains a detailed treatise on horse brasses, being a guide to their origin and the symbolic meaning of various designs. This fascinating and profusely illustrated volume is highly recommended for horse brass collectors and those with...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive handbook on collecting copper and brass items, with information on value, where to find them , cleaning and maintaining, recognising fakes, and more. "Collecting Copper and Brass" has been elected for modern...

This book, written in Spanish, is a treatise on gilding according to the methods presented by Mr. Watin in his work in French. It provides detailed explanations of the processes involved in the various stages of gilding, as well as the necessary...

This antiquarian book contains a detailed guide to the methods and equipment of home improvement, with information on replacing and fitting components of equipment, common problems and mistakes, metalworking materials, and much more. Written in clear,...

Hall Marks On Gold And Silver Plate (1905) is a comprehensive guide to identifying and understanding the hallmarks found on gold and silver items. Written by William Chaffers, a renowned expert in the field of antique silverware, this book provides a...

Originally published in 1876, this practical guide to gilding and silvering also includes picture framing, picture repairing, and recipes for a variety of stains and finishes. There are sections about gilding on wood and glass for signs.

Dieses Buch enthält eine umfassende Darstellung der Zinngießertradition in der Schweiz. Es bietet eine detaillierte Beschreibung der Techniken, Materialien und Werkzeuge, die von den Schweizer Zinngießern verwendet werden. Die Leser werden von der...

If you want to learn wire weaving without paying $60 for a single weaving class, then keep reading...Do you want to learn how to make wire woven jewelry, but don't know where to start?Do you want to learn at home, without having to pay $60...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

Contained within this volume is a detailed and comprehensive guide to general metalworking, with specific information materials, soldering, tools, and methods of sheet metalwork relating to farm and agricultural work. Complete with simple, step-by-step...

This book contains a classic guide to farm blacksmithing. Blacksmithing is an invaluable skill for the farmer, allowing him or her to produce and maintain whatever tools and materials they might require in the day-to-day running of their farm. With...

This antiquarian volume contains a beginner's guide to watches, being an accessible and simplified description of the mechanics of wrist and pocket watches together with information on the history of their development. Written in clear, plain language...

This antiquarian book contains a short treatise on the tools and materials of the watchmaker, being an accessible guide to the constituents of the amateur watchmaker's toolkit complete with information on how to make your own tools. Written in simple,...

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...

This antiquarian book contains an detailed and accessible guide to the inner working of watches, being a simple guide for enthusiasts of clockwork mechanisms. Written in clear, plain language and full of simple descriptions and comprehensive...

This antiquarian volume contains a short account of some of the curiosities of the mechanical details of watches, with supplementary information on their history, development, popularity, and much more besides. Written in clear, concise language and full...

This vintage book contains a interesting and informative treatise on long case clocks, being a detailed account of the history and development of these marvellous clocks complete with pictures and details of some of the most famous examples. This...

This vintage text contains an interesting and informative guide to the history and manufacture of grandfather clocks, complete with historical information, descriptions of many different varieties, and a plethora of authentic photographs. This accessible...

This vintage work comprises a comprehensive guide to fixing watches, including chapters on the parts of a watch, escapements, winding, shafts, pivots, jewelling, and practical hints and tips on cleaning. Complete with detailed, step-by-step instructions...

This antiquarian volume contains a comprehensive guide to clock repair, with information on barrels, fuses, mainsprings, balance springs, pivots, depths, train wheels, and common stoppages of watches. Written in clear, plain language and profusely...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to the inner workings of a watch, with information on the mechanics of clockwork lever escapements, cylinder escapements, verge escapements, shockproof escapements, and their maintenance and repair...

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...

This antiquarian book contains a comprehensive guide to fixing watches, with information on correcting balances, hairsprings and pivots. Written in clear, concise language and containing useful charts, tables, diagrams, and formulas, this text...

In this comprehensive guide to barzing and soldering, James F. Hobart offers readers a detailed look at these essential metalworking techniques. With clear explanations, detailed diagrams, and expert advice, this book is an invaluable resource for both...

Antonio Crivelli ist ein renommierter Experte für Damaszener Säbel. In diesem Buch gibt er eine detaillierte Anleitung zur Herstellung dieser ästhetisch ansprechenden und funktionalen Waffen. Mit hilfreichen Tipps und Schritt-für-Schritt-Anweisungen...

Build your own aluminum casting foundry.Cast bicycle shift levers or whatever else you have in mind.Learn to melt and cast scrap aluminum for profit or just for fun.While much of this book discusses the Bike Shift Lever project (read more at OneStreet...

This vintage book contains a comprehensible guide to horse shoeing, focusing on shoeing race horses, polo horses, horses used for hunting, and draft animals. The timeless information in this handbook will be of considerable utility to farriers and horse...

"The Iron Age Horseshoe and its Derivatives" is a vintage study of the history and development of the horseshoe. It explores the different types of horse shoe, providing historical information, detailed descriptions, and more. This volume is highly...

This practical handbook provides a detailed guide to the craft of sheet-metal work, including tinsmithing, coppersmithing, and zincworking. The book includes detailed diagrams and patterns, as well as step-by-step instructions for a wide range of...

This book is a collection of articles and essays written by members of the International Brotherhood of Blacksmiths and Helpers. It covers a variety of topics related to blacksmithing, including techniques, equipment, and historical contexts. It also...

This book explores the techniques and tools used by medieval craftsmen in the production of metalwork and enamel. It describes the processes of casting, forging, and enameling, and includes many detailed illustrations and photographs. The author also...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

I used to struggle with knife making, but once I learned these secrets...Are you a bladesmith looking to get the most out of his next project?Are you looking for that one tip that could change the quality of your knives drastically?Are you stuck with a...

If you want to make knives, without spending top dollar on store-bought steel bars, then read on...Have you come across a piece of scrap steel that is perfect for forging into a knife?Do you want to practice bladesmithing techniques, without having to...

Powerful bladesmithing techniques for intermediate knife makersHave you made your first knife, a few maybe, but you feel like you could improve and expand your bladesmithing skills?Are your knives losing their edge after sharpening them a few times? Are...