Practical Mechanics for Boys by James Slough Zerbe is a 1914 how-to manual in essay form that explains the basics of mechanical work. It covers tools, grinding and sharpening, setting and holding tools, the workbench, and lathe practice. It is worth listening to as a clear introduction to early twentieth-century craftsmanship and practical mechanics.
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Cover of the original edition (Project Gutenberg, public domain).
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Opening of the book
Spine The "How-to-do-it" Books PRACTICAL MECHANICS FOR BOYS THE "HOW-TO-DO-IT" BOOKS PRACTICAL MECHANICS FOR BOYS In language which every boy can understand and so arranged that he may readily carry out any work from the instructions given. WITH MANY ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATIONS By J. S. ZERBE, M.E. Author of CARPENTRY FOR BOYS ELECTRICITY FOR BOYS Printer's Mark: D with Lamp M. A. DONOHUE & COMPANY CHICAGO :: NEW YORK
Copyright, 1914, by THE NEW YORK BOOK COMPANY Made in U. S. A. CONTENTS Introductory Page 1 I. On Tools Generally Page 7 Varied Requirements. List of Tools. Swivel Vises. Parts of Lathe. Chisels. Grinding Apparatus. Large Machines. Chucks. Bench Tools. Selecting a Lathe. Combination Square. Micrometers. Protractors. Utilizing Bevel Protractors. Truing Grindstones. Sets of Tools. The Work Bench. The Proper Dimensions. How Arranged. II. How to Grind and Sharpen Tools Page 26 Importance of the Cutting Tool. The Grinder. Correct Use of Grinder. Lathe Bitts. Roughing Tools. The Clearance. The Cutting Angle. Drills. Wrong Grinding. Chisels. Cold Chisels. System in Work. Wrong Use of Tools. III. Setting and Holding Tools Page 34
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