American Machinist's Tools
By: Kenneth L. Cope
American Machinist's Tools is an essential directory for anyone interested in the history and development of machinist tools in America. This 424-page paperback meticulously catalogs over 1,000 fully indexed and illustrated patents, covering all American machinist's tools patented up until 1905, with additional coverage of significant patents from 1906 to 1916. Each tool patent is accompanied by at least one illustration, and the directory is organized in three comprehensive indexes: by patentee name, by date and patent number, and by tool type. This book is an invaluable resource for collectors, historians, and machinists, offering a detailed look at the evolution of tools such as calipers, dividers, gages, levels, protractors, squares, and many more.
Key Features:
- Pages: 424
- Format: Paperback
- Illustrations: Black & white images for over 1,000 machinist tool patents
- Comprehensive Indexing: Tools are indexed by patentee, date, patent number, and type.
- Historical Insight: Offers a detailed account of the development of machinist tools in America, making it an indispensable resource for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
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