Lathe Book, The (3rd Edition)

Name: Lathe Book, The (3rd Edition)
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SKU: 9781641550116
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By E Conover

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The Lathe Book (3rd Edition) by E Conover is a comprehensive guide to the art and craft of woodturning. It delves into the essentials of lathe operation, explaining techniques, tools, and maintenance. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced turner, the book offers detailed insights to improve your skills and craftsmanship in woodturning projects.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Lathe Book, The (3rd Edition)

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you’re passionate about woodworking and eager to learn or refine your skills in turning wood on a lathe. This edition offers updated techniques and clear instructions that cater both to beginners and experienced woodworkers, making it an invaluable addition to your Home & Garden library.

In this completed revised and expanded 3rd edition of The Lathe Book, legendary turning author, teacher, and designer Ernie Conover brings this classic reference book up-to-date, incorporating the many recent innovations in the lathe and its accessories.

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Completely revised and updated, The Lathe Book, 3rd Edition is the definitive guide to this essential turning machine, written by legendary woodturning author, teacher, and lathe designer Ernie Conover. In the 17 years since the 2nd edition came out, there have been tremendous advances in lathes, accessories, and sharpening equipment.

Conover brings this classic reference book up-to-date, incorporating the many recent innovations in the lathe and its accessories.

Introduces the novice or professional woodturner to the expanded range of lathes now available, including invaluable information on choosing a lathe.

Features many new chucks for holding work.

Offers comprehensive advice on selecting turning tools, including the non-popular carbide-insert tools.

Outlines the groundbreaking developments in sharpening equipment.

Emphasises the importance of full-face shield protection, hearing protection, and dust collection.

Includes information on basic lathe maintenance.

Author: Ernie Conover is a veteran woodworking author with nine books, many videos, and hundreds of articles to his credit. His work has received numerous awards and been the subject of several one-man shows. Ernie lectures widely for clubs, trade show groups, and woodworking stores, and is frequently called upon as a consultant and expert witness in the woodworking field. He is also a lathe designer, having developed his own lathe and worked on the designs of the Nova and the Powermatic 3520b.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Ernie Conover's The Lathe Book in its third edition is praised for making complex subjects accessible and understandable, as noted by renowned woodturner David Ellsworth. It is valued for updating readers on recent innovations in lathe tools and techniques, making it a valuable resource for both beginners and seasoned woodworkers according to reviews.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781641550116

Publisher: Taunton Press Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 February 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Taunton Press Inc

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 217.0mm

Height: 272.0mm

Weight: 778g

Pages: 224

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About the Author

Ernie Conover is a veteran woodworking author with nine books, many videos, and hundreds of articles to his credit. His work has received numerous awards and been the subject of several one-man shows. Ernie lectures widely for clubs, trade show groups, and woodworking stores and is frequently called upon as a consultant and expert witness in the woodworking field. He is also a lathe designer, having developed his own lathe and worked on the designs of the Nova and the Powermatic 3520b. When not writing, lecturing, or consulting he is active in providing academic oversight and teaching at Conover Workshops (www.conoverworkshops.com)--a craft school founded by the Conover family.