Workbench Design Book : The Art and Philosophy of Building Better Benches by Christopher Schwarz (2011, Hardcover)

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Workbench Design Book : The Art and Philosophy of Building Better Benches by Christopher Schwarz (2011, Hardcover)

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PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-101440310408
ISBN-139781440310409
eBay Product ID (ePID)92889831

Product Key Features

Book TitleWorkbench Design Book : the Art and Philosophy of Building Better Benches
Number of Pages264 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2011
TopicWoodwork, Do-It-Yourself / Carpentry, Reference, Furniture
IllustratorYes
GenreDesign, House & Home, Crafts & Hobbies
AuthorChristopher Schwarz
FormatHardcover

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Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight32.2 Oz
Item Length11.2 in
Item Width8.7 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2010-031526
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal684/.08
SynopsisThe follow-up book to Workbenches- From Design & Theory to Construction & Use Complete plans, expert instruction and rationale for building nine workbench formsInstruction on improving existing workbenches for better workholding and an improved woodworking shop. The Workbench Design Book not only shows how to design a workbench ?"it also discusses and presents nine specific designs plus critiques of 10 additional workbenches, with suggestions for making any bench work most effectively for the kind of work the user does. The 9 workbench plans have a range suitable for all workshop needs, from handwork to power tools. A discussion of workbench design rules teach what's effective and why in a multitude of workshop situations. Additional workholding options ?"from shop-made jigs and commercial bench dogs to vise hardware ?"are also provided., The follow-up book to Workbenches: From Design & Theory to Construction & Use Complete plans, expert instruction and rationale for building nine workbench formsInstruction on improving existing workbenches for better workholding and an improved woodworking shop. The Workbench Design Book not only shows how to design a workbench' "it also discusses and presents nine specific designs plus critiques of 10 additional workbenches, with suggestions for making any bench work most effectively for the kind of work the user does. The 9 workbench plans have a range suitable for all workshop needs, from handwork to power tools. A discussion of workbench design rules teach what's effective and why in a multitude of workshop situations. Additional workholding options' "from shop-made jigs and commercial bench dogs to vise hardware' "are also provided., The follow-up book to Workbenches: From Design & Theory to Construction & Use Complete plans, expert instruction and rationale for building nine workbench formsInstruction on improving existing workbenches for better workholding and an improved woodworking shop. The Workbench Design Book not only shows how to design a workbench--it also discusses and presents nine specific designs plus critiques of 10 additional workbenches, with suggestions for making any bench work most effectively for the kind of work the user does. The 9 workbench plans have a range suitable for all workshop needs, from handwork to power tools. A discussion of workbench design rules teach what's effective and why in a multitude of workshop situations. Additional workholding options--from shop-made jigs and commercial bench dogs to vise hardware--are also provided., The follow-up book to Workbenches: From Design & Theory to Construction & Use Complete plans, expert instruction and rationale for building nine workbench formsInstruction on improving existing workbenches for better workholding and an improved woodworking shop. The Workbench Design Book not only shows how to design a workbench "it also discusses and presents nine specific designs plus critiques of 10 additional workbenches, with suggestions for making any bench work most effectively for the kind of work the user does. The 9 workbench plans have a range suitable for all workshop needs, from handwork to power tools. A discussion of workbench design rules teach what's effective and why in a multitude of workshop situations. Additional workholding options "from shop-made jigs and commercial bench dogs to vise hardware "are also provided.
LC Classification NumberTT197.5.W6S338 2010

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  • Workbench authority

    This book does a great job of analyzing different styles and gives you plans to build the one that suits you. The writing style of the author is fun and an easy read.

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  • author knows his stuff

    great book in every way if you are even considering building a workbench, this is a must have.

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