(Ebook) Popular Mechanics Workshop: Lathe Fundamentals: The Complete Guide by Peters, Rick ISBN 9781588164476, 1588164470

(Ebook) Popular Mechanics Workshop: Lathe Fundamentals: The Complete Guide by Peters, Rick ISBN 9781588164476, 1588164470

With more than 300 color photos, this fourth authoritative Popular Mechanics Workshop tool book helps woodworkers take full advantage of this most essential piece of equipment. No guide will give them a better start: do-it-yourself author extraordinare Rick Peters discusses every aspect of the lathe, from the simplest function up to the most advanced techniques. He examines the various brands and models, as well as all their features and accessories, and then puts woodworkers through their paces. Peters delves right into the details of spindle, faceplate, bowl, and embellishing turning; finishing; making jigs and fixtures; and doing maintenance and troubleshooting. With those skills honed, woodworkers can turn to fine projects, including a lidded box and 2-tier candy dish.