Wrought Ironwork: A Manual of Instruction for Craftsmen

(Paperback)

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Second in its series and a facsimile edition of the original 1953 instruction manual, Wrought Ironwork is a practical and essential guide with a focus on technique for the modern smith.

With 33 step-by-step lessons and coordinating photography for making a variety of scrolls from ribbon-end scrolls to beveled scrolls water leaves, and wavy bars, and eventually onto the creation and assembly of an ornamental gate, practice the fundamentally vital methods to this timeless trade. Working in succession with Blacksmiths Craft, youll further your skills and hone the techniques necessary to become a skilled smith.

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The desire for wrought iron work has grown significantly over the past two decades. People have grown to re-appreciate its strength and its unique beauty. If you are looking to expand your blacksmithing skill set into this aspect of the craft this book is a definite addition to your library.

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The Council for Small Industries in Rural Areas was set up as an agent in 1968 to aid small rural industry, and then in 1975 its work was expanded to include the creation of 1,500 jobs in the Special Investment Areas.