The Backyard Blacksmith
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The Backyard Blacksmith shows you how--with some patience and a working knowledge of metals, basic tools, and techniques--blacksmithing can be easy to learn, and a rewarding hobby. Through instructions and illustrations, readers will learn to make simple tools and useful items, such as nails, hinges, and handles, and also an interesting mix of artful projects, such letter openers, door knockers, and botanical ornaments. Written by an expert in blacksmith and metal artist, this book provides readers with a basic understanding of blacksmithing , including an explanation of tools like an anvil, an anvil stand, hammers, and tongs. Heating techniques , like coal forging and fire tending are explained in detail, along with different types of metal , like wrought iron, cast iron, and steel. The Backyard Blacksmith walks readers through step-by-step, illustrated projects including hooks, door and gate pulls, wall-mounted hooks, knockers, racks, and more. These expert blacksmithing lessons come to life with full-color photography to illustrate the steps and provide a better understanding of the text. With this book, beginning blacksmiths can learn to turn metal from its raw shape into something useful and beautiful to behold.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0785825673
ISBN13:9780785825678
Release Date:August 2009
Publisher:Crestline
Length:174 Pages
Weight:1.99 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 8.4" x 10.1"
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