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"Pewter In America, Its Makers and Their Marks", THREE VOLUMES IN ONE, by Ledlie Irwin Laughlin.
"Pewter In America, Its Makers and Their Marks", THREE VOLUMES IN ONE, by Ledlie Irwin Laughlin.
OUT OF PRINT. USED BOOK - As new condition.The amount of information gathered in this book is amazing. An invaluable volume sought after by collectors and dealers alike. Pewter in America is the fascinating story of American pewter, told with loads of detail and hundreds of illustrations. Originally published in 1940, Vols. 1 and 11 were later reprinted together with the author's corrections and notes. Vol 111, first published in 1970 adds all the information discovered after 1940 on pewter, its makers, and their marks. 11 1/4 x 8 3/4. Hard Cover.
SKU Number: Pewter in America
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"Patented Transitional & Metallic Planes in America 1827-1927" by Roger K. Smith
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"Patented Transitional & Metallic Planes in America 1827-1927" by Roger K. Smith. Only 1 Copy Available
This 1981 First Edition covers developments from the very first patented metallic planes through the beginning of the 20th Century. The chapters cover Stanley, Leonard Bailey, Stanley’s competitors, patented combination planes and more. Includes type studies of Stanley planes, patent drawings and illustrations from early catalogs. Invaluable information for the antique tool collector and a superb reference for museums. Given as a gift, there is a small personal inscription inside the front cover.
Excellent condition. Hard Bound. 336 pages. 11" x 9"
SKU Number: Pat. Trans & Metal by R K Smith
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"Instruments of Change, New Hampshire hand tools and their makers 1800 - 1900".
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"Instruments of Change, New Hampshire hand tools and their makers 1800 - 1900". Published for New Hampshire Historical Society in 1985. This is one of the limited edition (1500) exhibition catalog, with essays on the history of tool making in New Hampshire. Soft bound. Only 1 Copy Available
The catalog explores the 18th Century origins of hand tool manufacture in New Hampshire and traces the 19th Century evolution of that manufacture, especially in relation to the states dominant forest products industries. It lists all known manufacturers of hand tools who worked in new Hampshire before 1900. Over 1,000 names are listed. This shows the astonishing scope of hand tool production in the state at that time. Excellent illustrations and photographs.
Very nice condition. Soft Bound. 113 pages. 12" x 9"
SKU Number: Instruments of Change NH HistSoc
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"The Stanley Plane, A History & Descriptive Inventory" & ,"Woodworking Planes", by Alvin Sellens
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These books are Out of Print
"The Stanley Plane, A History & Descriptive Inventory" by Alvin Sellens. 5th Printing 1982 by EAIA, also,"Woodworking Planes, A Descriptive Register of Wooden Planes" by Alvin Sellens. 1978. the pair. Only 1 Set Available
Two books by Alvin Sellens - "The Stanley Plane", gives a brief history and trademarks of the Stanley Company plus general information on Bench Planes, Block Planes, Combination Planes, Numbering and Catalogs. Also covers facts on Defiance, Aluminum, Gage, Handyman, Steel and Four Square Planes.
"Woodworking Planes" covers planes made by American planemakers on a commercial basis. Most of the information was gathered from the best possible sources - the manufacturers catalogs and sales sheets. Describes the types of wood used in making wooden planes, the marking on planes and plane irons. Lots of good black and white photographs and line drawings.
Both books are in very good condition. The dust covers are discolored slightly from handling. Hard Bound. 216 pages. 9 1/2" x 6 1/2"
SKU Number: The Stanley Plane by Sellens & Woodworking Planes
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"Tools for the Trades and Crafts" An Eighteenth Century Pattern Book by Kenneth D Roberts
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"Tools for the Trades and Crafts" An Eighteenth Century Pattern Book, R. Timmins & Sons, Birmingham. By Kenneth D Roberts, Published 1978. Reproduced is the R. Timmins & Sons, 1791 - 1889 Pattern Book.
The book is numbered A 026, it came from the personal library of well known tool collector, the late Dr. Ronald Pearson. It is inscribed "To Ronald Pearson, Ken Roberts, Jun 22, 1981".
The book is in Excellent condition, the dust cover is faded in color.
SKU Number: Tools Trades & Crafts by Roberts
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British Planemakers from 1700, 2nd edition: greatly enlarged, by W. L. Goodman
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British Planemakers from 1700, 2nd edition: greatly enlarged, by W. L. Goodman. Published by Arnold & Walker 1978. 1 Copy available.
W. Goodman started his career in the wood working shop of a firm making baker's sundries when he was fourteen years old. After serving an apprenticeship, he eventually qualified as a wood working instructor and taught the craft from 1928 to 1960. He became very interested in the history of tools and found that very little had been written on the subject. He left teaching to research and write about tools and traveled extensively. He wrote many articles and several books which established him as the authority on the subject. The book has excellent black & white photos, detailed line drawings, and lists of makers, their marks and working dates. A highly recommended book. 182 pages. Hard bound with dust cover, all in very good condition. 10" by 7".
SKU Number: Planemakers from 1700 Goodman
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Henry Disston & Sons 1914 Catalog. 1984 reprint
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Henry Disston & Sons 1914 Catalog. 1984 reprint, published by Roger Smith. 1 Copy available.
All the saws, tools and levels that Henry Disston produced in 1914 are illustrated in this reprint catalog along with the prices of that time. A fascinating and interesting catalog for reference or the collector. 237 pages. Soft cover. 10" by 7".
The book is in very good condition.
SKU Number: Disston Catalog 1914 Smith
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Some 19th Century English Woodworking Tools by Kenneth D. Roberts
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Some 19th Century English Woodworking Tools, Edge and Joiner Tools and Bit Braces. by Kenneth D. Roberts. Published 1980 by Ken Roberts Publishing Co. 1 Copy available
Some 19th Century English Woodworking Tools, Edge and Joiner Tools and Bit Braces. The book is divided into six chapters beginning with the steel industry in Sheffield, on to the making of Saws and Files, with list of saw makers. Edge Tools, with list of Sheffield Edge tools makers and firms. Joiner's tools and list of Joiner tool manufacturers. Planes, and Braces and Bits with lists of Sheffield and Birmingham Brace and Bit manufacturers. Illustrated with photographs and detailed line drawings, the book is an outstanding source of history and information meticulously compiled by Mr. Roberts. 480 pages. Hard Bound. Used in excellent condition. 11 1/4" by 9".
This copy was signed by the author on Nov. 1st, 1980. It came from the personal library of well known tool collector, the late Dr. Ronald Pearson. The book is number 93 of 750 copies and inscribed to Ronald W. Pearson.
SKU Number: 19CEng Tools, K. Roberts
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The Art of Fine Tools by Sandor Nagyszalanczy
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The Art of Fine Tools by Sandor Nagyszalanczy. Published by Taunton Press 1998. 1 Copy available.
The Art of Fine Tools is a visual feast. This is a collection of more than 250 unique tools built with sumptuous materials, lavished with artistic decoration, or made for remarkable precision. Many of these tools are from private collections which have never been seen before this publication. Included are measuring instruments, hand planes, saws, other cutting tools, Asian treasures, incredible miniatures, etc. Each picture has detailed notes with historical and technical details about the tool. The Art of Fine Tools will delight the person who works with wood. For collectors, the historical and technical detail are invaluable. This book is also for anyone who appreciates practical beauty and crafted with care.
In almost "As New" condition. Hardbound. 10 1/2 x 10 1/2.
SKU Number: Art of Fine Tools
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"The Ultimate Brace, A Unique Product of Victorian Sheffield" by Reg Eaton
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"The Ultimate Brace, A Unique Product of Victorian Sheffield" by Reg Eaton. Out of Print. 1 Copy available
Tools made and marked "Sheffield" were known for quality and generations of trades people revered the name. This book is dedicated to one of those Sheffield tools - the Metallic Framed Brace, from the very beginning in mid 19th century to its end about 50 years later. Durring this time there occurred many variations and innovations which are meticulously detailed and illustrated along with manufacturing techniques used at that time. Some of the many questionable trading practices are explored along with Patent and Registration Designs which were openly copied and falsely claimed. Mr Eaton, one of the best known dealers in antique wood working tools, made Metallic Framed Braces his specialty. His personal collection of these braces is unrivaled as is his knowledge of them. 180 pages. 8 1/2" x 10 1/2". Hard Cover. 1989 Edition.
SKU Number: The Ultimate Bracesm
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