
Here's a complete course in the basic safe & correct techniques for mastering the lathe. Learn to create beautifully shaped newels balusters & chair & table legs by using gouges & chisels on a lathe. Each chapter takes on an essential aspect of woodturning--from types of lathes & accessories to sharpening from turning between centers to faceplate turning from copy turning to boring & routing. Special feature: Every chapter ends with a checklist summary to help you review what you've learned quickly & easily. Rowley has done a fine job of preparing sketches text & photos that everyone should be able to follow.... Don't pass up this book...."-- " Woodwork. 151 pages 289 b/w illus. 9 1/2 x 10 1/4."