Practical Projects for the Handy Man (Paperback)

Paperback. Nostalgic and timeless, convenient and functional. You name itor need itand it can be found in this seemingly all-inclusive how-to tome of more than seven hundred projects. David Stiles, from the IntroductionPractical Projects for the Handy Man, Third Edition, is the perfect book for any model maven, do-it-yourselfer, or just plain grown-up kid. Originally published in 1913 by the editors of Popular Mechanics Press, this gigantic collection of activities and improvements for home, garden, transportation, recreation, and more can keep a pair of hands busy for a lifetime. Written at a time when precision and craftsmanship were as important as the final product, this book gives clear, step-by-step instructions and offers detailed illustrations for nearly every job. Practical Projects for the Handy Man, Third Edition, is as satisfying and reliable a guide for the modern builder as it was at the turn of the century. Some of the hundreds of fun and fascinating projects from which to choose include: Porch swing chair Toboggan sled Mission library table Homemade still Electric clock Aquarium Wooden paddleboat Treehouse Grape arbor Leatherwork Ornamental ironwork Bird house Telescope and much more Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…