1000 Patented Ways to Open a Bottle

1000 U.S. patent drawings dating from 1851 to 1994 showing the evolution of designs of corkscrews

Format: Hard cover, Dimensions: 9 x 12, Pages: 340, Illustrations: 500

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Over 400 unusual fireplace designs from Renaissance to Post-Modern including andirons, pokers, shovels, fire screens and brooms will inspire blacksmiths and lovers of iron everywhere.

Format: Hard cover, Dimensions: 8.5 x 11, Pages: 256, Illustrations: 362

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Blacksmiths have been an essential part of the development of global civilization for thousands of years. Initially forging rudimentary tools and weapons, their work transitioned to more sophisticated tools, agricultural implements, and instruments of war. The Industrial Revolution reduced the need for the blacksmiths' work and hence slowed the development of their craft. The renaissance of the last 30 years was led by individuals such as Francis Whitaker whose dedication to the craft inspired many to learn the art and techniques of blacksmithing. Whitaker and a few of his students forged the beautiful, functional ironwork for two ranches in southwest Colorado in this book. A Heritage in Iron, earned, in 2004, the PubWest Publishers Association of the West Winner's Award and 10 pages in the Architectural Digest. Featured throughout are hand-forged fixtures, fireplaces, tools, and includes 200 color and historical photos. An Independent Publisher IP Award Finalist. Index

Format: Hard cover, Dimensions: 12 x 10.75, Pages: 215, Illustrations: 200

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A chain tool is a special class of chasing tool. It is a kind of stamp which automatically lines up the the previous blow in registered rows of rhythmic marks. The details of how to make this valuable tool are clearly explained.

Format: Soft cover, Dimensions: 8.5 x 11, Pages: 38, Illustrations: 29

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Over 250 color photographs display details of contemporary iron objects, including flowers, grape clusters, leaves, small and large animals that attest to the blacksmith's role as a sculptor. Details of other elements for furniture, fireplace accessories and many other items bring a whole new dimension to blacksmithing. This stimulation book is a must for metalworkers, designers, artists, gallery owners, art lovers, and museum directors. Appreciate by looking or try it!

Format: Hard cover, Dimensions: 8.75 x 11.5, Pages: 160, Illustrations: over 250

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Celebrating East Coast Outdoor Metal Artists

This series of interviews introduces some artist who have shaped steel and had their lives shaped by it. It celebrates people who are passionate about metal, and about the way this passion has been translated into lasting beauty. The book is arranged by geographic area, and the artists are listed in alphabetical order.

Format: Soft cover, Dimensions: 11 x 8.5, Pages: 248, Illustrations: 300 color

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Shop Drawings: for Blacksmiths

Drawings chosen from thousands of pages published in the Blacksmith's Journal providing scale line drawings of tools, equipment, as well as many architectural items.

Format: Soft cover, Dimensions: 8 x 10, Pages: 18, Illustrations: 167

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