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OldFashioned Toolmaking: The Classic Treatise on Lapping, Threading, Precision Measurements, and General Toolmaking,New
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Bringing together the collective wisdom of a past generation of craftsmen, Old Fashioned Toolmaking provides an indepth record of the skills and techniques that made the mass production revolution of the twentieth century possible. When first published in 1915, this book was an answer to a vast array of toolroom problems and explained many essential toolmaking operations. It includes timeless practices as well as some personally tailored methods by master toolmakers, including how to:make straight forming toolsgrind curved surfacesgauge the angle of a threadreflute worn cuttersand much more!With detailed descriptions of every procedure, essential mathematical rules and calculations for use in the workshop, and a number of illustrative figures, this book stands as an invaluable reference for those with an interest in practicing handson toolmaking processes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Old-Fashioned Toolmaking'? A: The book focuses on traditional toolmaking techniques, providing insights into skills such as lapping, threading, and precision measurements that were critical during the mass production revolution.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Old-Fashioned Toolmaking' is Franklin D. Jones.
- Q: When was 'Old-Fashioned Toolmaking' first published? A: The book was first published in 1915.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Old-Fashioned Toolmaking' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Old-Fashioned Toolmaking'? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Old-Fashioned Toolmaking'? A: Topics include making straight forming tools, grinding curved surfaces, gauging thread angles, and re-fluting worn cutters, among other essential toolmaking operations.
- Q: Is 'Old-Fashioned Toolmaking' suitable for beginners? A: While the book provides detailed descriptions of procedures, it may be more beneficial for those with some prior knowledge of toolmaking, as it covers advanced techniques.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book includes a number of illustrative figures that help clarify the described procedures and techniques.
- Q: What are the key benefits of reading 'Old-Fashioned Toolmaking'? A: Readers gain invaluable insights into hands-on toolmaking processes, learn timeless practices, and understand essential mathematical rules for the workshop.
- Q: Is this book considered a valuable reference for toolmakers? A: Yes, 'Old-Fashioned Toolmaking' is regarded as an invaluable reference for anyone interested in practicing and mastering traditional toolmaking techniques.