Sharpening Basics

Sharpening Basics
Author: Patrick E. Spielman
Publisher: Sterling
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1991
Genre: Sharpening of tools
ISBN: 9780806972268

300 photos show techniques for hand and power sharpening, modern techniques (including Japanese waterstones), plus tricks, shortcuts, jigs and fixtures for making tool-sharpening processes easier! "...excellent...Spielman proffers much-needed information on how to sharpen chisels, saws, and other implements....Tells how to make tools really sharp...."--Booklist. 128 pages, 250 b/w illus., 8 x 10.

Fundamentals of Sharpening (Back to Basics)

Fundamentals of Sharpening (Back to Basics)
Author: Skills Institute Press
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 124
Release: 2011-02-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607650541

*Sharpening hand tools *Sharpening power tools *Tips and methods *Uses plain-spoken language *Section on bench stones, bench grinders, and other supplies

An Edge in the Kitchen

An Edge in the Kitchen
Author: Chad Ward
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2010-12-14
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 0062043730

Why are most of us so woefully uninformed about our kitchen knives? We are intimidated by our knives when they are sharp, annoyed by them when they are dull, and quietly ashamed that we don't know how to use them with any competence. For a species that has been using knives for nearly as long as we have been walking upright, that's a serious problem. An Edge in the Kitchen is the solution, an intelligent and delightful debunking of the mysteries of kitchen knives once and for all. If you can stack blocks, you can cut restaurant-quality diced vegetables. If you can fold a paper airplane, you can sharpen your knives better than many professionals. Veteran cook Chad Ward provides an in-depth guide to the most important tool in the kitchen, including how to choose the best kitchen knives in your price range, practical tutorials on knife skills, a step-by-step section on sharpening, and more——all illustrated with beautiful photographs throughout. Along the way you will discover what a cow sword is, and why you might want one; why chefs are abandoning their heavy knives in droves; and why the Pinch and the Claw, strange as they may sound, are in fact the best way to make precision vegetable cuts with speed and style. An Edge in the Kitchen is the one and only guide to the most important tool in the kitchen.

The Perfect Edge

The Perfect Edge
Author: Ron Hock
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2009-12-17
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1440310211

Sharp Tools Work Better! If you've never experienced the pleasure of using a really sharp tool, you're missing one of the real pleasures of woodworking. In The Perfect Edge, the mystery of the elusive sharp edge is solved by long-time sharpening expert and tool maker Ron Hock. You'll soon find how easy and safe hand tools are to use. This book covers all the different sharpening methods so you can either improve your sharpening techniques using your existing set-up, or determine which one will best suit you needs and budget. Ron shows you the tricks and offers expert advice to sharpen all your woodworking tools, plus a few around-the-house tools that also deserve a perfect edge.

The Razor Edge Book of Sharpening

The Razor Edge Book of Sharpening
Author: John Juranitch
Publisher:
Total Pages: 143
Release: 1985
Genre: Sharpening of tools
ISBN: 9780966605907

History's first technical book ever written on the subject of sharpening. THE RAZOR EDGE BOOK OF SHARPENING by John Juranitch is the result of over 30 years of dedicated research and study on the subject of cutting edges. Prior to the publication of his book there was virtually no written information available about sharpening. THE RAZOR EDGE BOOK OF SHARPENING dispels old wives tales, and covers topics such as sharpening stones, proper angles, sharpening axes, fishooks, chainsaws and much more.

The Complete Guide to Sharpening

The Complete Guide to Sharpening
Author: Leonard Lee
Publisher: Taunton
Total Pages: 260
Release: 1995
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781561581252

Lee, a well-known tool manufacturer, covers the practical and technical information to sharpen tools quickly, efficiently and safely. Descriptive photos, clear line drawings and step-by-step instructions show exactly how to improve the performance and safety of any cutting tool. 255 photos.

Photoshop CC: The Missing Manual

Photoshop CC: The Missing Manual
Author: Lesa Snider
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 1390
Release: 2013-06-24
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 144934237X

Photoshop CC is truly amazing, but it can also be overwhelming if you’re just getting started. This book makes learning Photoshop as easy as possible by explaining things in a friendly, conversational style—without technical jargon. After a thorough introduction to the program, you’ll delve deep into Photoshop’s secrets with expert tips and practical editing advice you can use every day. The important stuff you need to know: Learn your way around. Take a tour of Photoshop’s workspace and learn how to customize it. Unlock the magic. Use layers, masks, and Smart Objects to safely edit your images. Perfect your photos. Learn techniques for cropping, color-correcting, retouching, and combining photos. Master color. Drain, change, and add color; create gorgeous black-and-whites, partial-color effects, and duotones. Be artistic. Create illustrations, paintings, and pro-level text; use filters effectively, edit video, and create 3D art. Share your work. Produce great-looking images for print, presentations, and the Web. Work smarter and faster. Automate common chores and install plug-ins for complex tasks.

Hand Tool Basics

Hand Tool Basics
Author: Steve Branam
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 1160
Release: 2018-01-12
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1440348928

Everything you need to start woodworking with hand tools! Hand tool woodworking can be a source of great pride, satisfaction and amazing results--not to mention less noise and sawdust. But there's a lot to learn, what with a seemingly endless array of chisels and mallets to workbenches and handplanes. You'll learn proven methods for sharpening your tools, prepping your stock and timeless joinery techniques including mortise-and-tenon joins, dovetails, rabbets and others. Within these pages you'll find: • Advice for selecting the tools you need and setting up shop • Complete instructions for using the tools you'll reach for time and again • Tuning processes for keeping your tools sharp and precise • Technique variations and alternate methods so you can decide what works best for you Take the mystery out of hand tools and experience the satisfaction of crafting something truly handmade.

Bushcraft Basics

Bushcraft Basics
Author: Barrett Williams
Publisher: Barrett Williams
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2023-04-19
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN:

Looking to take your wilderness skills to the next level? Look no further than Bushcraft Basics, the comprehensive guide to mastering outdoor survival in any conditions. In this expertly-crafted eBook, you'll find everything you need to know to become a bushcraft pro. From building a fire and constructing shelters to navigating the wilderness and foraging for food, this guide has it all. Throughout the book's 20 chapters, you'll learn the principles and techniques of bushcraft skills that have been honed over centuries. Take advantage of expert advice from our experienced bushcrafters, and learn how to make the most of your time in the great outdoors. You'll start with the basics, including a comprehensive introduction to bushcraft skills, and an in-depth guide to understanding fire and choosing the right firewood. From there, you'll learn to build your own fire pit, gather materials for a successful fire, and create various types of fire to suit your needs. But that's just the beginning. You'll also learn the essential knots and their uses, basic and unique knot-tying techniques, and how to use knots to construct shelters. Plus, you'll discover how to create traps to catch wild game, sharpen knives and axes, find and purify water, and navigate using dead reckoning and natural navigation. And if you're looking for something more advanced, the eBook also covers bushcraft woodworking and crafting, emergency preparedness in the wilderness, and the ethics of treading lightly on the land. In short, this comprehensive guide to bushcraft basics is your ticket to becoming an expert outdoor adventurer. So why wait? Download your copy of Bushcraft Basics today and prepare to take your wilderness skills to the next level!