The Blacksmith's Craft: A Primer of Tools & Methods
by Charles McRaven
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Author: Charles McRavenEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2005-05-24
ISBN: 1580175937
Number of pages: 256
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
Book Reviews of The Blacksmith's Craft: A Primer of Tools & Methods
Book Review: Nice and basic, but there are better
Summary: 3 Stars
A very introductory book on the craft of blacksmithing. Unfortunately, he only hints at how to do some of the difficult projects. "The Complete Modern Blacksmith" by Alexander Weygers has alot more projects and "The Skills of a Balcksmith" by Mark Aspery is the best introductory book.
Summary of The Blacksmith's Craft: A Primer of Tools & Methods
Blacksmithing is one of the traditional "lost arts" deserving re-discovery by anyone interested in do-it-yourself building and crafting.Charles McRaven discovered blacksmithing when he moved "back to the land" in the 1970s and shares his knowledge in The Blacksmith's Craft. Creating one's own tools and instruments from metal enhances woodworking, stonework, building, and restoration work. In his readable and humorous style, McRaven tells readers all they need to know to begin blacksmithing.
Simple and clear instructions, supplemented by step-by-step photography, show how to build a forge, how to make and/or acquire tools, and how to use those tools to create items of lasting beauty and durability.
This book belongs in the reference library of everyone interested in traditional American building crafts and culture, as well as those practical folks who want to make and repair their own metal tools, household items, hardware, or farm equipment.
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