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Preface This handbook forms the second of a Series of HANDY- BOOKS FOR HANDICRAFTS.
Some of the matter and illustrations may be identified as having
been taken from various technical periodicals to which they were
originally contributed by me. A few of the items The lathe, which is claimed to be the creator of mechanism, is a machine in which all mechanics should be interested. Knowledge of the art of turning finds useful application in all the mechanical arts. Not only is a large proportion of the community employed in these arts, but individuals interest themselves in their practice, as affording pleasurable and profitable recreation. Turnery occupies many workmen, and has special claims on amateurs. If this handy book tends to promote this fascinating and useful art my object will be attained. THE
METAL TURNER'S HANDYBOOK, which forms a companion volume, I
would recommend to the notice of those who are interested in
that branch of the Art of Turning.
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originated from other sources, but have been re-written for
publication in this hand-book. 
