Fuller

Written in 1893 by one of the leading practioners, this book has come to be recognized as the classic work in its field.  All aspects of this important craft are covered, from the making of household copper goods and ornaments, to copper piping, three-and four-way expansion joints and double bends, brewery, locomotive and ship installations -- from the simplest, to the most complicated and demanding work.  Over 474 illustrations and completely indexed.

352 pages, 6 x 9

Item #: BK413

DeVoe

Tin, the most useful of all metals, has been used since ancient times to make vessels of many sorts.  England's Cornwall was an early source and manufacturing center for tin; and in the 19th century Cornish miners and English and Welsh metal workers immigrated to the United States where the tin industry flourished.  This book provides a rich history of the manufacturing processes and methods for decoration of antique, utilitarian tin ware on both sides of the Atlantic.  The examples demonstrate a variety of wares and details to help identify English and American products.  This book will be an asset to the library of any collector or anyone who can appreciate the artistry of the craft.

222 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Hardcover)

Item #: BK409

Kipper

The care and maintenance of interior and exterior bronze artwork is discussed.  This book explains what bronze is composed of and why protection is needed from the atmosphere with intended patinas.  An excellent maintenance guide for the collector and artist.

64 pages, 6 x 9 (Paperback)

Item #: BK420

Peck, Stow & Wilcox

The Peck, Stow & Wilcox Company was the unquestioned leader in the manufacture of tools for tinsmiths and sheet metal workers.  This massive catalog reprint illustrates their full product line at the peak of their production.  Included are seamers, wiring machines, hand tools or every description, foot powered shears and much, much more.  Great period engravings make this an interesting and often consulted reference.

144 pages, 6 x 9-1/4 (Paperback)

Item #: BK437

76 pages, 8-7/8 x 10 (Spiralbound Paperback)

Using straight-forward text, photographs of work by leading artists in the field, and clear, self-explanatory illustrations,  Marcia Lewis presents to students the equivalent of a specialized workshop on the chasing of metal.  This book, designed to be kept on a workbench right along with the tools of chasing, provides students with a constant and invaluable reference and review source.

Item #: BK585

This handsome book replaces The Complete Metalsmith old edition. It covers twice the material, and goes into greater depth. A rigid fabric cover and elastic band make this a place to store sketches and notes; more than a book, it's a practical tool. This has become a standard text for classes and self-starters around the world.  The clear layout and concise format give the help you need in practical terms you can understand.  Some people call it the most useful tool on their bench.  This volume has a lot of information about various metalsmithing techniques -- polishing, hammering, chasing, engraving and more.  Well-illustrated, this book covers working with precious metals, jewelry making, casting and soldering.

Item #: BK586

9 pages, 8-1/2 x 11, over 40 illustrations (Paperback)

This book describes, as well as, shows the tooling techniques used for making copper candle cups.  Definitely a must have for anyone who is interested in creating new ideas for iron candle cups.  This is a timesaver and adds new flavor to basic iron candle cups

Item #: BK163

Chapman

16 Pages
8-1/2 x 11
Paperback

In 2004 Gene began making candle cups out of type "K" copper pipe which has a wall thickness of 1/16", double that of type "M" pipe. The thicker candle cups are more attractive in my opinion and, when handled, have a nice feel to them. They are actually easier to forge and produce due to the thicker wall.

"Copper Candle Cups II" has detailed explanations of methods, techniques and tooling used to make candle cups out of the thicker wall type "K" pipe.

Note: The tooling for thicker wall type "K" pipe has different dimensions
than those for type "M" pipe.

Item #: BK740

123 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 (Paperback)

In this book the subject of copper work, as it may be introduced into the public schools, is treated to the extent of specify an equipment and suggesting some of the possibilities of a course. Not only will there be found an abundance of illustrative material on this subject, consisting of drawings and photographs of various objects executed by upper grammar and high school pupils, but also a detail description of the process necessary for the execution of many of the designs. It is not expected that the problems as given will be slavishly copied, but rather that they will make clear the methods and processes that may be applied in the working out of similar problems. It is hoped that this volume will be especially helpful to teachers in the manual arts that are trying to introduce metal work into the regular school course.

Item #: BK440

32 pages, 8-1/4 x 6 (Paperback)

History of leadwork from the middle ages to present and lists tools used and more.  60 photographs.

Item #: BK243

20 pages, 8-1/2 x 11-1/4 (Paperback)

A historical and technical introduction.  It describes the approaches that goldsmiths have used historically in various cultures to remove base metals from gold alloys for refining or "coloring the gold":  depletion gliding.  There is an extensive listing of recipes from many historical and contemporary sources designed to foster contrast and comparison to deepen understanding of the subject.  This paper is intended for information only and is not a "how to" for depletion gliding.

Item #: BK913

222 pages, 7-1/4 x 10-1/4 (Hardcover)

Revised edition that contains all original materials plus some new material to update the history of direct metal sculpture over the past quarter century.  Detailed step-by-step photos, as well as, useful information about equipment, methods, safety precautions and more.  Over 475 photographs and illustrations.

Item #: BK588

Hasluck

Learn about engraver's tools and their uses, elementary exercises in engraving, engraving plate and precious metals, engraving monograms, engraving steel for transfer processes, engraving name-plates, engraving coffin-plates, chasing metal and etching metals.

160 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 (Paperback)

Item #: BK617

62 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Paperback)

In this book Heath easily and understandably explains in great detail the art of Repousse. Simple, excellent drawings and text will offer solutions and ideas. He gives an introduction to the repousse' process in sheet copper. Techniques are presented on how to proceed in making belt buckles, jingle bells, body armor for an re-enactor, and simple techniques.

Item #: BK192

145 pages, 7 x 10 (Paperback)

A master artist and teacher of metalwork presents a bold new approach to creative expression in metal. Heiki Seppa urges the craftsman to create in terms of pure form, and in this book he shows how. The book is profusely illustrated throughout with the author's own sketches of the ideas and techniques discussed. It will be of significant value to the accomplished craftsman as well as to teachers and advanced student of this exciting and growing art form. His creations have won international acclaim, from his award of master status in silversmithing from the Ministry of Education in his native Finland to numerous exhibits and awards abroad. His work as a teacher of metalsmithing in the School of Fine Arts at Washington University, Mr. Seppa's work with young artists led to the formulation of the new approach to creativity in metal that he details so well in Form Emphasis.

Item #: BK239

45 pages, 8-1/2 x 11-1/4, 70 black & white line drawings (Softbound)

Fold Forming is a system of sheet metal forming which emphasizes forming use the metals characteristics.  Forms are derived from the natural plasticity, ductility and elasticity of the metal.  The system is internationally recognized as a new approach to working metal.  It is extremely efficient and rapid.  Tools are simple:  fingers, hands, hammers, mallets, anvil and rolling mills.  The paper has a theoretical introduction and step-by-step recipes for quickly working sheet metal.

Item #: BK198

27 pages, 8-1/2 x 11-1/4, one color picture, black and white diagrams (Paperback)

A Technology Review.  The results of a research project for the Society of North American Goldsmiths.  It describes fusion applications (gold painting), double, Keum-boo, depletion gliding (tumbaga, guanin), inlay and overlay procedures and has a discussion of fire gilding.  Control factors for free compositional choice are defined and demonstrated.  That is, the information is treated as a way of creating patterns and pictures with gold and other materials.

Item #: BK425

112 pages, over 200 line drawings (Paperback)

This book analyzes hinges and hinge-like mechanisms in a manner neverdone before in a single volume.  We feel it will be a classic.  Along with history, generics, classes of hinges, and guiding principles, sections include:  design, tube making, hinge pins (force-fit, riveted, upset, tapered, cotter type, tubing square, threaded, stud); hinge types (basic, thick-walled, locket, bracelet, box, block, cold-rolled, tab, cast and milled); lubrication, catch systems, hidden alternative, cast hinges and solving design problems.  Good index and table of contents.

Item #: BK428

Often regarded as the ultimate reference book for metalworkers. Oppi Untracht's earlier book, was published in 1968 by Doubleday. He is most known for enameling and is well known in the jewelry industry. Oppi Untracht was a Fulbright Scholar in both India and Nepal for 4 years, and during this time he spent a lot of time with many metalsmiths studying their art and photographed their work. This information and his experiences are shared throughout this book. This is an exhaustive photographic treatment of artistic processes with metal as well as an excellent resource for history, philosophy, anthropology and technology of art metal working. The scenes throughout, of craftsmen producing magnificent works using the most primitive techniques, is truly fascinating. Their is a detailed treatment on inlaying as a craftsman from India first casts and then inlays silver into a piece of Bidri work. In this example alone he uses 34 photos to show the process from casting a dish to finally polishing the finished product with the silver inlaid into the surface. There are other excellent books on the market that talk about inlaying such as "Metalwork and Enamelling" by Herbert Maryon (BK431) but it only "talks" you through the processes. Untracht shows you through a photographic form. He also uses detailed tables and charts to convey his information. Their is also sections on filigree, niello, kuftgari, and an index of Material and Tool suppliers, a Glossary and a Bibliography.

Author: Oppi Untracht
523 Pages
B&W images
Hard cover
7-1/2 x 10-1/2
Published Nov 2001
ISBN: 0709107234

Item #: BK82

160 pages, 8-1/2 x 11, 145 illustrations, 2-color throughout (Paperback)

A wonderful collection of articles written by 12 leaders of the fine metals and jewelry design field covering a wide variety of topics such as: granulation, reticulation, fold-forming, anticlastic raising, toolmakaing and more.  Contributors are:  John Cogswell, Philip Fike, Michael Good, Susan Kingsley, David La Plantz, Charles Lewton-Brain, Tim McCreight, Komelia Okim, Kris Patzlaff, Claire Sanford, Mary Ann Scherr, Heikki Seppa

Item #: BK204

144 pages, 8 x 10, 288 photographs (Hardcover)

This book is a follow-up to "Fundamentals by McCreight" with 288 high-quality photos and practical information.  In addition to featuring scores of exciting boxes by contemporary designers from around the world, the book describes dozens of hinges, catches and construction techniques in practical detail.  Intended for intermediate metalsmiths, this book will not only teach you how to make that special hinge, but get you excited about what to do with it.

Item #: BK205

Maryon

Repairing and restoring "Bible" for goldsmiths, silversmiths, and rare metal-smiths.  This book discusses materials and tools, filigree work, repousse, inlaying and overlaying, niello, enameling, polishing, hallmarking, assaying, and has guides on many melting points and weights of metals.  Over 300 illustrations.

5-3/8 x 8-1/2

Item #: BK431

Kallenberg

Start to finish, all the instructional details are included for every phase of wax casting and mold-making in this second edition of the definitive text on jewelry making. Creating models directly in wax frees the artist and craftsman from traditionally cumbersome and restrictive methods, resulting in a faster, easier and more spontaneous approach. This fully illustrated book is a must have source for the jeweler, teacher, student, craftsman and sculptor. Drawing on over 30 years of practical experience, Lawrence Kallenberg brings the text up to date, offering information on new breakthroughs in the casting process, as well as new waxes and equipment now available. Illustrated with finely executed drawings of work in progress.

104 pages, 8-1/2 x 10-7/8 (Paperback)

Item #: BK417

Adolf Steines

132 pages, 8 x 10

This book is a long overdue treat for jewelers, blacksmiths, sculptors, and all artists of metalwork. It has information on chasing and repoussé in greater depth and detail than any other volume today available in the English language. Painstakingly translated from German this text is a valuable resource for both the professional and the hobbyist. Adolf Steines is clearly a master metalworker who enthusiastically demonstrates his creativity, knowledge, skill, and experience. The book thoroughly addresses the workroom, tools, materials, working surfaces (including carpeting and pitches), transfer of designs, sinking, raising, stamping, chasing, repoussé, engraving, soldering, etching, as well as the coloring and protection of metal surfaces. Numerous examples of the author's works are illustrated including large scale doors, fountains, memorials, wall sculptures and portraits, as well as many delicate jewelry pieces. A number of tricks and special techniques are described, such as using air powered hammers for forming and chasing. Profusely illustrated with very clear drawings and quality photographs of objects and procedures, this book is essential for the library of every serious artist working with metal. (translated from the German)107 photographs, 111 detailed drawings.

Item #: BK914

Kipper

This comprehensive book is a guide for patination, the art of bronze coloration, and is a valuable resource for the sculpture, novice and master patineur.  It includes recipes for 75 master patinas, step-by-step instructions with variations for silicon bronze patinas, traditional and contemporary.  Corresponding color plates, metal surface preparation and application techniques are also included.  Colored photos of bronze sculptures show the reader ideas how the patinas appear on 3-dimensional surfaces.

232 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Hardcover)

Item #: BK421

Hull

There was scarcely a household in Britain that did not possess some items of pewter: bowls, plates, spoons, candlesticks, toys and buttons were some of the everyday objects made of this alloy of tin. Introduced to Britain by the Romans, the pewter trade became widespread in the middle ages, and English pewter became renowned for its high quality. The trade reached a peak in the seventeenth century. Competition from other materials brought a decline in the eighteenth century and the main centre of production moved from London to the Midlands. In the nineteenth century new techniques of manufacture were introduced in Sheffield, now the predominant centre of the trade in Britain. Reference is also made to the craft in other countries and there is advice for collectors.

32 pages, 5-5/8 x 8-1/4 (Paperback)

Item #: BK416

Edited by Tim McCreight
Essay by Donald Friedlich
256 pages, 8.5x10 inches
Hardcover with dust jacket
250+ color photos
Critical essay by Donald Friedlich
Technical essay by Darnall Burks
Detailed illustrated chronology

It has been ten years since Mitsubishi Materials Corporation developed and patented Precious Metal Clay. The first decade of PMC has seen tremendous growth, not only in the development of additional forms of the material, but in the innovative ways that artists are using metal clay to create unique and exciting works. This high quality presentation book will be the first to showcase the best work being done around the world.

BK 784

Edited by Tim McCreight
8 x11 inches
120 pages
Full color, dozens of photos and illustrations
Hardcover with jacket, sewn binding

Every once in a while, dedicated artists and students are lucky enough to study with someone who had researched and mastered a specific technique. In this book, ten leading artists teach their specialty, with clarity, care, and passion:
Tonya Davidson    PMC Syringe
Celie Fago            Making Hinges
Jennifer Kahn        PMC Bezels
Doris King            Fusing Sterling and PMC
Terry Kovalcik      Developing Form with Slip
Noortje Meijerink  PMC on Ceramic
Kelly Russell          Using Stencils with PMC
Barbara Simon       Lampworking and PMC
CeCe                    WireWater Etching on PMC
J. Fred Woell         Coreless Beads

Item #: BK785

Wakeford

Whether folding a chassis for a piece of equipment, beating or spinning a curved shape, drilling or punching holes or repairing a tank or car panel, the how and the why is simply explained in this comprehensive book. The author, R.E. Wakeford, is an instructor in metalwork and allied crafts and uses his teaching experience to describe clearly all the processes likely ot be encountered by the hobbyist of in a model or light engineering workshop.

152 pages, 5-3/4 x 8-1/4 (Paperback)

Item #: BK396

480 pages, 8-1/4 x 10-7/8 (Hardcover)

Large black and white photos! If your looking for an affordable book on Silversmithing - Silversmithing - is it! Silversmithing covers the topic completely. The details are covered very very well.  There are six main sections:

1. Introduction to Silversmithing
2. Basic Treatments
3. Basic Tools and their uses
4. General Procedures
5. Special Procedures
6. Projects

Many feel the Projects section is the best because you will get to see how to "Sink a Bowl", "Sink a Plate and Tray"., an then "Raise a Bowl without crimping" and then one with crimping. You will also see a "Creamer with Self-Spout", "Constructing a Box", "Forging some Flatware", "Forging a Punchbowl Ladle" and also "Stretching a Gravy Boat". Excellent step by step photos showing the stages from start to finish. Included are conversion charts and charts relating to gauges, weights and tempering temperatures.

Item #: BK412