Model Engineering Foundation Course by Wright Peter (4 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Reprint. 408pp, no inscriptions, illustrated. Small amount of rubbing to corners of wraps, no fading, creasing or bumping. Very good condition copy internally with no marks, heavy book, please inquire for postage outside the UK.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Written by an experienced engineer, this new primer textbook covers all the basic techniques of model engineering: understanding engineering drawings; setting up a workshop; buying materials; marking out; sawing; filing; bending & forming metals; drilling & boring holes. The book includes a review of the properties and characteristics of engineering materials and describes the hardening of carbon steel for cutting tools in the home workshop. Sources of information for model engineers are described together with the principal types of activity and common modelling scales. Points for consideration when buying a lathe are covered, plus how it should be set up and operated. Also included is information on the preparation and sharpening of lathe tools and their use for the basic turning processes. A major chapter is dedicated to the adaptation of the lathe for milling and boring, and the use of the commonest types of milling cutter. Profusely illustrated with line drawings and photographs, this is a comprehensive guide aimed at students and practical people with little experience of working with metal and wishing to embark on this fascinating hobby. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

1st edition softback with stiff wrappers Nice copy quarto vii + 438pp., col. & b/w pls., appends., bibliog., index, Written by an experienced engineer; covers all the basic techniques of model engineering, inc. understanding engineering drawings; setting up a workshop; buying materials; marking out; sawing; filing; bending and forming metals; and drilling and boring. Wrappers 'protected' by contact o/w a very nice copy.