This antique book contains a comprehensive treatise on turning,
including descriptions of the lathe and its attachments and tools, and
minute instructions for their effective use on wood, metal, ivory, and
other materials. Complete with handy tips, step-by-step instructions and
detailed illustrations, this text is perfect for the amateur and makes
for a great addition to collections of woodworking literature. The
chapters of this book include: 'The Lathe', 'Chucks', 'Eccentric and
Elliptic Chucks and Cutters', 'Side-Rests and Miscellaneous
Attachments', 'Remarks and Materials', 'Tools and Their Application',
'Ball and Ornamental Turning', 'Metal Turning', 'Screw Cutting and
General Self-Acting Lathe', and more. Originally published in 1884, we
are proud to republish this book now complete with a new introduction on
woodworking and metalworking.