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THE WARRINGTON CHEST: 1888
$45.50This amazing chest was made by a Sheffield pattern maker, Ernest Warrington, when he was just 18 years old. The chest itself is discussed and drawings of the chest are included in the book. The marquetry is examined in detail and the techniques used are explained. The book is copiously illustrated with more than 100 colour illustrations, plus black and white illustrations, maps and drawings.
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Locks and Keys Throughout the Ages – Classic Reference on the History and Mechanisms of Locks and Keys
$32.50A classic reference on the history of locks and keys, tracing their development from prehistoric devices to modern mechanisms. Vincent J.M. Eras combines detailed explanations with over 280 black-and-white photographs and drawings to illustrate how locks function and evolved over time.
Hardcover, 186 pages, over 280 black-and-white photos and designs.
European customers: Artisan Ideas books are warehoused in the UK for faster delivery and lower shipping costs. Order from our European distributor, Mare Nostrum Group (MNG Bookshop). Trade enquiries: enquiries@mare-nostrum.co.uk.
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THE ART OF TRADITIONAL BLACKSMITHING: A NORWEGIAN PERSPECTIVE BY HÅVARD BERGLAND
$58.00Hardcover, 394 pages, over 1,000 Illustrations & Photos
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Steam and Stirling Set: Engines You Can Build (Volumes 1, 2 and 3)
Original price was: $129.00.$103.25Current price is: $103.25.Hardcover, 576 total pages, illustrated
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HOW TO FORGE CLYDE FISCHER BLADES BY JAMES L. BATSON
$25.00The first half of this book is about Clyde Edward Fischer’s life. The second half is about how I made thirteen of his knives. As an Apprentice, Journeyman or Master Bladesmith, I would recommend that you recreate some of the Fischer knives. They are well designed for their purpose and are good looking. They are as appealing today as they were when Clyde made them.
Softcover, illustrated, 96 pages.
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Antique Lock and Key Collectors’ Library – 3-Book Set on Antique Locks, Keys, and Mechanisms
Original price was: $123.95.$104.95Current price is: $104.95.A complete 3-book reference set on the history of locks and keys, bringing together Antique Locks and Keys, Locks and Keys Throughout the Ages, and Persian Locks. This collector-grade library covers lock development, design, and mechanisms across centuries and cultures.
All three volumes are hardcover.
European customers: Artisan Ideas books are warehoused in the UK for faster delivery and lower shipping costs. Order from our European distributor, Mare Nostrum Group (MNG Bookshop). Trade enquiries: enquiries@mare-nostrum.co.uk.
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THOUGHTS ON THE AMERICAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL BY S.E. DYKE (OUT OF PRINT) – U
Original price was: $75.00.$45.00Current price is: $45.00.‘
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