Civil War Woodworking, Volume II: More Authentic Projects for Woodworkers and Reenactors

The sequel to A. J. Hamler’s acclaimed Civil War Woodworking, this work is a unique sourcebook to create authentic reproductions of Civil War–era furniture and wooden camp gear useful to Civil War reenactors. Projects range from easy to moderately difficult and include fully illustrated step-by-step instructions for building period reproductions in the modern workshop, including details on recreating period materials, workmanship, and finishes. Each project includes a wealth of information on how each item was used and made during the Civil War, including historical photographs of original items used in the field. The perfect guide for both Civil War reenactors and woodworkers who crave authenticity, this reference is a must-have addition for every hobbyist’s shelf and workshop.

A. J. Hamler is a woodworking editor and writer who has written articles for Handy, Wood Magazine, Woodshop News, Woodwork Magazine, and Woodworker’s Journal. He is the former editor of The Collins Complete Woodworker, the author Civil War Woodworking, Volume I as well as several science fiction novels and short stories, and is a Civil War reenactor. He lives in Williamstown, West Virginia.