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The New Spruce Forge Manual of Locksmithing:


The New Spruce Forge Manual of Locksmithing:
Item Number: BK1161
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The New Spruce Forge Manual of Locksmithing
By: Denis Frechette and Bill Morrison
The New Spruce Forge Manual of Locksmithing: A Blacksmith’s Guide to Simple Lock Mechanisms is an extensively revised and expanded edition of the original 1999 manual. This 304-page hardcover book, featuring more than 800 color photos and illustrations, is a comprehensive guide for blacksmiths interested in learning the age-old skill of lock making. The manual is divided into two sections: Technical Information, which provides detailed guidance on the tools, techniques, and assembly processes needed to build lock parts, and The Locks: Patterns & Instructions, which offers clear, step-by-step instructions for 14 lock projects. The authors, Denis Frechette and Bill Morrison, maintain their trademark style of low-tech, accessible instructions, making this an essential resource for blacksmiths looking to master locksmithing.

Key Features:
  • Pages: 304
  • Format: Hardcover with more than 800 color photos and illustrations
  • Comprehensive Guide: Covers both technical information and detailed instructions for 14 lock projects.
  • Accessible Approach: Step-by-step, low-tech instructions ideal for blacksmiths of all skill levels.

Keywords: locksmithing manual, blacksmith guide, lock making, Denis Frechette, Bill Morrison, blacksmithing techniques.