The perfect book for beginner forgers, focusing on all aspects of forging including an overview on tools, techniques, forging methods, and metal chemistry, through over 450 photos.
Ideal for beginners or those looking to brush up their skills, this quick-reference illustrated overview explains the basics of all aspects of blacksmithing. With more than 450 photos and a focus on only the most essential tools and equipment, it keeps the information simple for the beginner.
Summaries cover the tools of forging, their uses, and the essential equipment in the work space; the differences among free-form forging, drop forging, industrial, hot work, and cold work; the steps of the process, such as bending, joining, riveting, welding, chiseling off, and splitting; and the chemistry of iron and steel.
This book also shows a gallery of 44 types of forged items, from hooks to tool handles, with comments on their forged features.
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Karl Gissing is a master smith based in Europe.
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Ideal for beginners of those looking to brush up their skills, this quick-reference overview explains the basics of all aspects of blacksmithing. With more than 450 photos and a focus on only the most essential tools and equipment, it keeps the information simple for the beginner. Summaries cover the tools of forging, their uses, and the essential equipment in the work space; the differences among free-form forging, drop forging, industrial, hot work, and cold work; the steps of the process, such as bending, joining, riveting, welding, chiseling off, and splitting; and the chemistry of iron and steel. The book also shows a gallery of 44 types of forged items, from hooks to tool handles, with comments on their forged features. AUTHOR: Karl Gissing is a master smith based in Europe. SELLING POINTS: . Perfect for beginners-focuses on all aspects of forging, with 450+ photos . Overview on tools, techniques, forging methods, and metal chemistry . Includes a gallery of 44 finished items for inspiration 452 colour images Ideal for beginners, this quick-reference book explains the basics of blacksmithing. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780764357374
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Hardback. Condition: New. The perfect book for beginner forgers, focusing on all aspects of forging including an overview on tools, techniques, forging methods, and metal chemistry, through over 450 photos. Ideal for beginners or those looking to brush up their skills, this quick-reference illustrated overview explains the basics of all aspects of blacksmithing. With more than 450 photos and a focus on only the most essential tools and equipment, it keeps the information simple for the beginner. Summaries cover the tools of forging, their uses, and the essential equipment in the work space; the differences among free-form forging, drop forging, industrial, hot work, and cold work; the steps of the process, such as bending, joining, riveting, welding, chiseling off, and splitting; and the chemistry of iron and steel. This book also shows a gallery of 44 types of forged items, from hooks to tool handles, with comments on their forged features. Seller Inventory # LU-9780764357374
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