Working with Hand Tools: Essential Techniques for Woodworking

An all-in-one guide containing everything there is to know about woodworking hand tools. Whether you are a beginner with an idea in mind and not a clue where to start or an old pro with years of experience, you need the knowledge to ensure your project comes out right. From identifying and holding tools properly to constructing your own household furniture, Working with Hand Tools is your trusted resource for all things related to woodwork. Precise illustrations and design details provide a map for hundreds of woodworking projects, including: Sheds Trellises Tables Yard and garden accessories Fences Porches Furniture Cabinets And much more! This comprehensive guide to the tools and techniques of woodworking has been a favorite of both amateur and professional woodworkers for over a century. Readers will learn to make almost anything using only hand tools. With nearly three thousand illustrations, this definitive guide is an invaluable resource for any do-it-yourselfer. If it's wood, and there's work to be done, don't start without Paul N. Hasluck's essential guide.