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“In the office we call it The Bible. Collins are more modest and call it The Complete Woodworker’s Manual.”
GOOD WOODWORKING
“…the ideal companion for both workshop and in front of the fire with a cup of cocoa.”
GOOD WOODWORKING
“This terrific tome covers all aspects of woodwork, catering for everyone from the outright novice to the more adept and adventurous among us.”
GOOD WOODWORKING
“Clear instructions, excellent illustrations and crisp colour photography make even the more complicated aspects of woodworking seem easier, with plenty of tips throughout.”
GOOD WOODWORKING
"A fine book"
TRADITIONAL WOODWORKING
"Well thought out and well designed"
WOODWORKER
"A friend to lean on"
WOODWORKING INTERNATIONAL
"Thoroughly authoritative, well-illustrated and well-produced"
HOME AND GARDEN
"An absolute must for the bookshelf"
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The most comprehensive illustrated guide to woodworking tools, materials, techniques & construction ever published. Authoritative, superbly crafted and easy to use, ‘Collins Complete Woodworker’s Manual’ is the one book every woodworker needs.
'Collins Complete Woodworker's Manual 'is the most comprehensive and up-to-date illustrated book on woodworking. Beginning with the raw material, it reveals the characteristics of every major softwood and hardwood, its stunning colour photographs even detailing the effect of a clear finish on the colour of each species.
In an exciting departure from the usual project-oriented books on woodworking, ' Collins Complete Woodworker’s Manual' takes you through every process of three-dimensional design. Actual designer's sketches illustrate the basic principles of chair, table and storage-unit construction – and provide a plunder-chest of ideas for selecting everything from the best joint for the job to the most efficient order of assembly.
Whatever the task, a woodworker turns to the tool kit. This book boasts an unrivalled illustrated survey of every type of tool – from the bench plane to the power router, and a Japanese saw to a universal machine – and each is comprehensively described to help the novice, inform the tool buyer and assist the experienced woodworker to plan and stock a safe machine shop.
The accomplished woodworker needs a wide range of skills and techniques. None is more critical than joint-making – to which ' Collins Complete Woodworker’s Manual' devotes a whole chapter of photographic examples, working text and step-by-step drawings of every type of joint. Whether it is woodcarving, veneering or marquetry, bending or finishing wood, the book provides detailed coverage of those crafts that are so appealing to every woodworker. There is even advice on using such materials as metal, glass, marble and leather in combination with wood. Add to this a comprehensive range of fixings and fittings – from the latest in adhesives to locks and handles – and you have everything you need to complete the job.
Authoritative, superbly crafted and easy to use, ' Collins Complete Woodworker's Manual ' is the one book every woodworker needs.
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61 of 62 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Wanting to get into woodworking for pleasure (and ultimately furnishing my house) but having very little prior knowledge about the subject, I wanted a book that I could use as a reference whenever it was needed. This book fulfills the role very nicely and gives excellent guidance on the purchase of tools as well as techniques. Having read through the relevant sections, I was able to go out the next day and purchase everything I needed.
Often the most difficult thing about starting out in a new hobby is finding somebody with experience to guide you. Whilst this is usually the best way, in my case it wasn't possible and this title was about as worthy a substitute as a reference book can be.
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Teaching English at a technical college in Germany I always kept looking for a book that explains it all. I finally found it: whatever you need to know about woodworking, all the tools, the properties of wood, designing furniture, dovetails, what have you... It's all in this one book. It's well-written, easy to read, beuatifully illustrated (cudos to Simon Jennings). If you want to go into woodworking seriously, this is the book you want to get.
42 of 43 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Excellent book. I am studying Antique Furniture Restoration at college and find that this book covers all the woodworking basics that I need to know, learn and excel at. It is well laid out, easy to follow and has step by step guides for different types of joints, timbers, tools and wood finishing. It is my bible.
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Nice
Well laid out and clear instructions. I cant wait to try out some of the examples. I'm very pleased with this purchase
Published 14 days ago by A. Torrens
Richie Rich
This is an excellent publication for those starting out in woodwork or those who have some basic woodworking skills. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Richie Rich
great book
ordered on behalf of my brother who needed it for a course at college. arrived in excellent condition and in great time just as needed. a great sale thaankyou
Published 5 months ago by El Munro-smith
Good, but not outstanding
The book provides basic knowledge of woodworking tools, material and techniques. The chapter on different tools is very extensive and pretty much up-to-date reflecting the status... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Wiklund Peter
Nice, but a reference and not a manual
Firstly a manual tells how to do things with objects, as opposed to a reference which tells you what the objects are. Read more
Published 9 months ago by D.Hatcher
Collins Complete Woodworkers Manual
The book title describes it rather well. That is what I was searching for and this is what I now have as my woodworking bible. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mr. Michael Green
Back to Basics
I learnt basic woodworking on a 12 months nightschool class and sadly these courses are no longer available in my area. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Old Chip
The wife loves it
No quibbles with this purchase, which was made based on previous reviews. My wife is a budding carpenter and this book was a Christmas gift for her. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Dwrbach
Collins Complete Woodworker's Manual
Thanks you for a fast and reliable purchase, my husband was delighted with the book, would recommend seller.
Published 21 months ago by jemi2
Great manual and reference
This is a great manual of reference regarding woodtypes, tools, different types of joining wood, and creating a workshop. Read more
Published on 19 May 2010 by Kristian Rasmussen
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