Master the essential craft of toolmaking with this comprehensive guide to precision methods.
This classic volume covers core techniques for locating and dividing work, honing forming tools, accurate threading, bench lathe practice, and precise measuring tools. It presents practical methods, standard practices, and valuable calculations that help toolmakers achieve high accuracy in a wide range of tasks.
- Learn proven methods for accurately locating holes, surfaces, and workpieces
- Explore lapping techniques for flat and cylindrical work, gages, and master references
- Understand forming tools—straight and circular types, grinding, and gaging angular surfaces
- Master precision threading tools, gages, and methods for testing and measuring threads
- Gain practical bench lathe practices, accessory options, and measurement discipline
Ideal for readers of traditional toolmaking and precision machining who want a solid, hands-on reference.