A Manual of the Hand Lathe by Egbert P. Watson
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About this eBook
| Author | Watson, Egbert P. (Egbert Pomeroy) |
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| LoC No. | 08032157 |
| Title |
A Manual of the Hand Lathe Comprising Concise Directions for Working Metals of All Kinds, Ivory, Bone and Precious Woods |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by deaurider, David Maranhao and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "A Manual of the Hand Lathe" by Egbert P. Watson is a guidebook on woodworking techniques and tools written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a comprehensive resource for enthusiasts and craftsmen interested in using hand lathes to work with various materials, including metal, wood, ivory, and bone. It covers a range of topics from basic operation to artistic wood turning, inlaying methods, and specific techniques for different materials. The opening of the manual introduces the concept of foot lathes, emphasizing their versatility for both functional and ornamental tasks. Watson highlights the enjoyment and utility that can come from working with a lathe, noting its potential for creating intricate decorative items as well as functional tools. He also speaks to the importance of good technique and practice, guiding novices through the basics of lathe operation while encouraging creative exploration in their woodworking projects. The text outlines the diverse applications of the lathe, suggesting that anyone with mechanical interests could benefit from having one at home. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TT: Technology: Handicrafts, Arts and crafts |
| Subject | Turning (Lathe work) |
| Subject | Lathes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48179 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 83 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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