Description: Ornamental Turning by John H. Evans Clearly written and richly illustrated, with over 190 detailed line drawings and 19 plates, this book provides a complete coverage of the subject. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Evans, like his contemporaries, the Holtzapffels, was a manufacturer of high quality lathes; but he was also an accomplished turner and, for 33 years, the author of many articles for English Mechanic, a leading journal of the time. His broad combination of engineering and practical experience, along with his literary skills, makes Ornamental Turning one of the most useful books in the field. Clearly written and richly illustrated, with over 190 detailed line drawings and 19 plates, it provides a complete coverage of the subject. Included is information available nowhere else: a chapter on DawsonUs geometric slide rest, details on the design of many types of apparatus, and a brief chapter on electrotyping. This is a complete reprint of the original 1886 edition. Long Description Evans, like his contemporaries, the Holtzapffels, was a manufacturer of high quality lathes; but he was also an accomplished turner and, for 33 years, the author of many articles for English Mechanic, a leading journal of the time. His broad combination of engineering and practical experience, along with his literary skills, makes Ornamental Turning one of the most useful books in the field. Clearly written and richly illustrated, with over 190 detailed line drawings and 19 plates, it provides a complete coverage of the subject. Included is information available nowhere else: a chapter on DawsonUs geometric slide rest, details on the design of many types of apparatus, and a brief chapter on electrotyping. This is a complete reprint of the original 1886 edition. Details ISBN1879335352 Author John H. Evans Publisher Astragal Press Year 1993 ISBN-10 1879335352 ISBN-13 9781879335356 Language English Media Book Imprint Astragal Press DOI 10.1604/9781879335356 Country of Publication United States Pages 340 NZ Release Date 1993-03-01 US Release Date 1993-03-01 Publication Date 1993-03-01 UK Release Date 1993-03-01 Subtitle A Work of Practical Instruction in the Above Art ; With Numerous Engravings and Autotype Plates Format Paperback DEWEY 621.94 Audience General AU Release Date 1993-02-28 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137165322;
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Book Title: Ornamental Turning: A Work of Practical Instruction in the Above Art ; With Numerous Engravings and Autotype Plates
Item Height: 216mm
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Author: John H. Evans
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Astragal Press
Publication Year: 1993
Genre: Art & Culture
Item Weight: 481g
Number of Pages: 340 Pages