The Complete Metalsmith - An Illustrated Handbook

This information-packed technique source book is on every professional metalworkers must-have list. Filled with drawings and charts, it goes into incredible depth on every crucial topic: materials, tools, shaping, surfaces, joining, color, finishing, casting, stones and stonesetting, chains and clasps, and findings and mechanisms. Need details on bench accessories? Find out about bench pins and how to use them, squares, knives, scrapers, sanding boards, pliers racks, and more. Want to know about gems? A Gem Summary Chart gives the name, colors, cuts, hardness, and heat sensitivity of the top 50-and thats just the beginning. Its practically required reading for professionals!

Reviews:

“Surprisingly comprehensive.” — The New York Times. 

“A gem of a handbook.” — Whole Earth Catalog. 

“No metalsmith or jewelry maker is ‘complete’ without this easy-to-use resource.” — Lapidary Journal.

Tags:  Reference | Crafts | Art | Jewellery | Jewelry Making | Metalsmithing | Precious Metal Smithing | Student Edition | Nonfiction

Note: This is a copy of the 1982 Spiral Bound Edition