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Title: |
The Book of Forging |
| Sub-title: |
Basic Techniques & Examples |
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| By (author): |
Karl Gissing |
| ISBN10-13: |
0764357379 : 9780764357374 |
| Illustrations: |
452 colour photos |
| Format: |
Hardback |
| Size: |
206x231mm |
| Pages: |
160 |
| Weight: |
1.021 Kg. |
| Published: |
Schiffer Craft - August 2019 |
| List Price: |
18.99 Pounds Sterling |
| Availability: |
In Stock
Qty Available: 3 |
| Subjects: |
Handicrafts, decorative arts & crafts |
| The perfect book for beginner forgers, focusing on all aspects of forging including an overview on tools, techniques, forging methods, and metal chemistry, through over 450 photos. Ideal for beginners or those looking to brush up their skills, this quick-reference illustrated overview explains the basics of all aspects of blacksmithing. With more than 450 photos and a focus on only the most essential tools and equipment, it keeps the information simple for the beginner. Summaries cover the tools of forging, their uses, and the essential equipment in the work space; the differences among free-form forging, drop forging, industrial, hot work, and cold work; the steps of the process, such as bending, joining, riveting, welding, chiseling off, and splitting; and the chemistry of iron and steel. This book also shows a gallery of 44 types of forged items, from hooks to tool handles, with comments on their forged features. |
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