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A Complete Guide to Watch Repair has all the information needed to fix and repair any type of analogue watch. Whether you're a seasoned horologist or just an avid amateur this title contains in depth information on all of the following features - Barrels, Fuses, Mainsprings, Balance Springs, Pivots, Depths, Train Wheels and Common Stoppages of Watches.
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This antiquarian book contains complete working instructions for the Weir Direct-Acting Feed Pump. Complete with simple, step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations, this wonderful text will be of much value to those with an interest in this iconic piece of machinery. It is certainly not to be missed by discerning collectors of antiquarian engineering literature.
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This volume contains a detailed guide to designing and constructing dog kennels. Complete with simple, step-by-step instructions, helpful information on design, information on materials and tools, and much more besides, this text constitutes a complete tutorial on kennel construction. It will be of much value to anyone interested in such an endeavour. Although old, the information contained herein is timeless, making this a great woodworking resource,...
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Fish Farming; For Pleasure And Profit From the Preface. One result of the publication of this work, I venture to hope, will be an increased interest in the simple improvement of existing fisheries and the formation of some new ones. But the result I should especially like to see is a proper application of the possibilities of fish-farming on sound business-like lines. I would like to see fish-culture become part and parcel of the education of those...
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She'll do anything to become a mother-including stalking prospective egg donors' profiles on Facebook. In this hilarious yet poignant memoir of one woman's quest to conceive, the brave new world of artificial baby-making takes an unexpected turn when social media comes into play. As the not-quite-young-enough author obsessively examines the online antics of her nubile egg donor wannabes, she questions what it means to be a mother and, in the process,...
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This book contains a comprehensive guide to the use and maintenance of traditional farm machinery. Profusely illustrated and containing a wealth of practical information and handy tips, "The Operation, Care, And Repair of Farm Machinery" will be of considerable utility to anyone engaged in the maintenance of vintage farm machinery not to be missed by collectors.
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This vintage work comprises a detailed discussion on classic grandfather clocks, with information on long cases, dials, hands, corner pieces, and more. Written in clear, concise language and complete with detailed descriptions and fascinating historical information, this volume will appeal to those with a keen interest in the history and development of grandfather clocks, and will make for a lovely addition to collections of allied literature.
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This antiquarian book contains a comprehensive guide to fixing watches, with information on correcting balances, hairsprings and pivots. Written in clear, concise language and containing useful charts, tables, diagrams, and formulas, this text constitutes a must-have for those with a practical interest in the topic, and makes for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The chapters of this volume include: Middle Temperature Error, Berthoud's...
11) The Art of Sewing and Dress Creation and Instructions on the Care and Use of the White Rotary Electr
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This book contains a comprehensive guide to operating the "Martha Washington" electric sewing machine. With simple, step-by-step instructions and helpful photographs, this detailed handbook will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in using this type of sewing equipment. Contents include: "Creation and Care of the White Rotary Electric Sewing Machine", "White Course in Sewing and Dress Creation", "Brief History of Thomas White", "The...
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This antiquarian volume contains a short account of some of the curiosities of the mechanical details of watches, with supplementary information on their history, development, popularity, and much more besides. Written in clear, concise language and full of interesting facts and information about the intricate machinations of timepieces, this little text will be of much value to the watch enthusiast, and makes for a wonderful addition to any personal...
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This vintage book contains some concise but useful facts about leather, boots, and shoes. Although old, much of the information contained within this volume is timeless and will be of considerable utility to modern readers. From the manufacturing of leather to things to consider when buying leather boots, this volume contains information that will benefit those with an interest in leather footwear.
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"How to Care for the Feet of your Horses and Mules" was originally published with the indention of helping farmers get more work from their farm animals by keeping them in better physical condition. This timeless volume contains a range information and suggestions that will be of utility to modern horse-owners, and it would make for a useful addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Description of Horses' Feet", "How the Hoof...
16) A Classic Guide to Building Punts and Canoes: Including Construction Your Own Canvas Canoes and …
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A helpful and handy guide for any workshop or part time carpenter. Teach yourself to construct and maintain your own punt or canoe. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
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This is the full, original 1935 operational manual for the Morris Fifteen Six, a car produced by the Morris Motors Limited company. It includes detailed directions for the efficient management and upkeep of Morris Fifteen Six cars, with instructions on how to properly operate and drive them. This volume will be of considerable utility to owners of this wonderful vintage car, and it is not to be missed by collectors of allied literature. Contents include:...
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This antique book contains a concise yet comprehensive guide to the restoration and maintenance of household furniture. Complete with helpful tips, detailed instructions, and useful photographs, this text is perfect for the beginner and will be of great value to those with an interest in furniture restoration. The chapters of this book include: 'Distempering Ceilings and Walls', 'Preparing a Room for Painting and Papering', 'Painting Walls', 'Easing...
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This vintage book contains a complete guide to the various different operating involved in forging, covering machine forging, forging dies, heating furnaces, estimating stock, and all other related aspects. "Forging Operations" will be of special appeal to those with an interest in the history and development of forging and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of literature related to blacksmithing.
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This vintage book contains a detailed treatise on high-speed and carbon tool steels. "High-Speed and Carbon Tool Steels" is highly recommended for those with an interest in the state of the steel manufacturing industry in America at the beginning of the twentieth century. It also contains information that will be of utility to modern metal workers and would make for a valuable addition to collections of related literature.
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