Blacksmithing basics for the homestead / Joe DeLaRonde ; [illustrations by Joe DeLaRonde] ; photographs by Jess Leonard.
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TextPublication details: Layton, Utah : Gibbs Smith, Publisher, c2008.Edition: 1st edDescription: 135 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cmISBN: - 1586857061 (pbk.)
- 9781586857066 (pbk.)
| Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Adult Book
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Main Library | NonFiction | 682 D339 | Available | 33111009151271 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Traditional blacksmithing returns to its roots with Blacksmithing for the Homesteader. Here author and master blacksmith Joe DeLaRonde demonstrates the basic skills and techniques needed to make the tools and accoutrements required for life on the homestead or ranch. Detailed and easy-to-understand instructions, illustrations, and photographs will help the beginning blacksmith set up the forge, get the fire hot enough for welding, and craft the tools needed for blacksmithing. Learn how to forge everything from weapons and tools-knives, axes, screwdrivers, hammers, and chains-to home-helpers like forks, coat hooks, towel bars, and candle holders, and more!
Includes bibliographical references.
History of Blacksmithing -- Setting up your shop -- Shop and safety tips -- Basic techniques -- Firing up the forge -- Forge tools -- Basic projects: kitchen and cooking gear -- Basic projects: amenities and tools -- Toolmaking: basics -- Toolmaking: forge welding and tempering -- Finishes and patinas -- Resources.