Title
The Metal Shaper,Used
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Exotic Is A Mild Adjective When Applied To The Shaper. It Will Cut Splines, Keyways, Gears, Sprockets, Dovetail Slides, Flat And Angular Surfaces And Irregular Profiles. And All Of These With A Simple Handground Lathe Tool Bit. Obsolete In Modern Industry, Of Course, Because Milling Machines Do The Work Much Faster And Cheaper. But You Can'T Beat A Shaper For Simplicity And Economy In The Home Shop. The Shaper Has A 6' Stroke And A Mean Capacity Of 5' X 5', Variable And Adjustable Stroke Length, Automatic Variable Cross Feed And Graduated Collars. You Will Be Proud To Add This Machine To Your Shop. Especially Designed For The Developing Home Shop, It Is A Horizontal Miller, But It Has The Full Range Of Vertical Mill Capability When Used With The Angle Plate On The Work Table.
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This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Metal Shaper' about? A: 'The Metal Shaper' by David J. Gingery provides detailed insights into using a shaper machine for various metalworking tasks, including cutting splines, keyways, and gears.
- Q: What are the main features of 'The Metal Shaper'? A: This book covers the shaper's capacity, adjustable stroke length, automatic variable cross feed, and its ability to perform both horizontal and vertical milling tasks.
- Q: Is 'The Metal Shaper' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, 'The Metal Shaper' is designed for the developing home shop, making it accessible for beginners interested in metalworking.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have some wear but is still functional and readable.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Metal Shaper' have? A: 'The Metal Shaper' contains 144 pages, providing comprehensive coverage of the subject matter.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Metal Shaper' is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and store.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Metal Shaper'? A: The author of 'The Metal Shaper' is David J. Gingery, known for his expertise in metalworking.
- Q: When was 'The Metal Shaper' published? A: 'The Metal Shaper' was published on January 1, 1982, and has been a valuable resource for metalworking enthusiasts since then.
- Q: What material is used for the book? A: There is no specific material mentioned for the book, but it is a paperback edition.
- Q: Can 'The Metal Shaper' be used for advanced metalworking techniques? A: While 'The Metal Shaper' is designed for home shop use, it provides foundational knowledge that can be useful for more advanced metalworking techniques.