The book is well written and well illustrated. It is of great value to a complete beginner but has a great deal to offer the more experienced lathe owner. The author has had great experience in this field and has useful tips for the benefit of all readers. He emphasizes the safety aspects of lathe operation.
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This gives a good overview of old school lathe machining. some stuff is based on Myford lathes so could be useful to a newbe to the Myford.
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O'k I'm an amateur who has just bought an old small lathe. Wish I had seen and purchased this amazing book first. However, with the amount of easy to comprehend information contained in this information packed book, I feel that I can get the most out of what I've got. At last! a instruction manual I can understand and actually enjoy
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This book is clearly aimed at the complete novice,but nevertheless also caters for more competent user.Although it is well illustrated,some of the pictures are not especially clear.Overall a thoroughly good read.
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Excellent modern reprint of a vgood how to do it book
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