Old Hand Books

A comprehensive guide to the collection of essential tools and equipment needed to set up and enhance your printing studio space. This antiquated volume offers practical insights, tips, and...

This book contains a detailed guide to manual wood carving, including information on tools, materials, and technique. Complete with simple, step-by-step instructions and detailed illustrations and...

This volume includes expert advice and detailed instructions to equip painters, artisans, and DIY enthusiasts with the knowledge and technique to transform any space, from house painting to sign...

First published in 1873, this vintage book contains a detailed guide to tailoring, focusing on cutting a variety of garments for both men and women. It contains diagrams indicating how the fabric...

This vintage book contains a guide to advanced mathematics related to engineering and the workshop, especially that which related to machine design and workshop practice Contents include: "Square...

First published in 1901, this book contains a comprehensive guide to making various things out of bamboo, including tables, chairs, cabinets, and more. "Bamboo Work" is highly recommended for anyone...

"Basket Work of all Kinds" is a 1912 work by Australian engineer Paul N. Hasluck. Within this book, Hasluck offers simple instructions and expert tips on making a range of beautiful and practical...

Part of the "Machinery's Reference Series", this volume contains a complete guide to bevel gearing written by Ralph E. Flanders. Bevel gears refer to types of gears where the axes of the two shafts...

First published in 1907, this is a complete guide to joinery with a specific focus on cabinet making. 'Joinery' refers to the wooden components of a building, such as stairs, doors, and door and...

First published in 1907, this is a complete guide to joinery with a specific focus on cabinet making. 'Joinery' refers to the wooden components of a building, such as stairs, doors, and door and...

Part of the "Machinery's Reference Series", this vintage book contains a complete guide to the maintenance of dynamos and motors, with chapters on how they should be treated, repaired, replaced,...

Cassell's Carpentry and Joinery' is a practical work on practical handicrafts, and it was first published in the confident belief that it was by far the most exhaustive book on these subjects...

First published 1900, this is a classic guide to making and maintaining bicycles and tricycles. The information was originally published in "Work", a publication of which the author was an editor,...

"Cyclopaedia of Mechanics" is a 1900 work by Australian writer Paul Hasluck. It contains a wealth of information on the subject of mechanics, from 'recipes' and instructions to general tips and...

First published in 1897, this volume is a complete guide to designing and cutting boot and shoe patterns, published with the novice in mind. Written in simple, clear language and profusely...

First published in 1915, this volume contains a detailed treatise on drilling and tapping operations, including chapters on the design of drill jigs and fixtures intended for interchangeable...

"Dualso" basketry is the name given to the type of basketry worked on "Dualso" bases, a trademark of "Atlas Handicrafts". With simple, step-by-step instructions and helpful photographs, this...

"Electro-plating" is a 1905 handbook by Australian writer Paul N. Hasluck on electro-plating with various metals and alloys, including gold, nickel, copper, and more. Written in simple, clear...

This useful book contains a wealth of information on the engraving of metals, and will prove to be a valuable addition to the bookshelf of anyone with an interest in the subject. Preface: 'This...

Part of the "Machinery's Reference Series", this vintage book contains a complete guide to making traditional methods of heating and ventilation machinery written by Charles L. Hubbard. It offers...

A classic reprint of the vintage catalogue for J & J Slater Bootmakers of New York City. This new modern edition of the pamphlet is complete with reproductions of the original plates and provides a...

"Fly-Wheels - Machinery's Reference Series" is a detailed guide to fly-wheels, being a handy reference of their calculations, design, workings, and much more. A flywheel is a mechanical device...

This beautifully illustrated book explores Frederic W. Goudy's innovative approach to letter design and his enduring influence on typography. First published in 1918, this volume is a fascinating...

This is a classic guide to woodworking that focuses on making a variety of cabinets and similar items of household furniture. Including instructions for designing and practical step-by-step...

"Garden Accessories" is a guide to hand making a variety of interesting structures to transform your garden. From sheds and hutches to beautiful trellises, ornate gates, and beyond, this...

Part of the "Machinery's Reference Series", this vintage volume contains a complete guide to grinding and lapping written by Oskar Kylin. "Lapping" refers to a machining process where two surfaces...

A treasure trove of inspiration and practical guidance, exploring the history, techniques, and symbolism of the ancient religious art of missal painting. The tradition of illuminating missal...

First published in 1908, this vintage book contains a complete handbook on many different types of small tools, including threading tools, reamers, drills, taps, dies, cutters, and more. "Handbook of...

A complete guide to the art of shoe-mending, including a full course on how to do expert shoe repairing from beginning to end. Written in clear, simple language and profusely illustrated, this...

A series of illustrated lessons on shoe-repair, with a special focus on putting together a plain welted shoe by hand. It has chapters on every aspect from preparing the materials to finishing, making...