The Care and Use of Japanese Woodworking Tools: Saws, Planes, Chisels, Marking G

Description: The Care and Use of Japanese Woodworking Tools by Kip Mesirow, Ron Herman Essential information for hobbyists and professionals; fully illustrated FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Japanese tools are manufactured to perform at the high level top craftspeople demand, but they work differently from Western tools-saws cut on the pull, not the push-and need to be properly maintained to provide decades of useful service. Covering four major tool categories-plus sharpening stones-the authors guide the woodworker or hobbyist step by step, using detailed line drawings and concise how-to explanations. Author Biography Kip Mesirow cofounded the Japan Woodworker in Berkeley in 1971, and later Hida Japanese Tool Company. He has been to Japan numerous times and studied joinery with Makoto Imai, a highly regarded teahouse builder. Projects include buildings at the SF Zen Center. Now manufactures custom copper light and other architectural fixtures in Vermont. Ron Herman is a landscape architect specializing in residential and estate gardens, with his office in San Leandro, California. Studied the history of Japanese gardens at Kyoto University. Taught at Cal Berkeley in the departments of architecture and landscape architecture as a visiting lecturer for 20 years. His professional work has been extensively published. Promotional - Promotion in woodworking media (especially online) - Promotion at woodworking events (conventions, competitions, etc.) Long Description Japanese tools are manufactured to perform at the high level top craftspeople demand, but they work differently from Western tools--saws cut on the pull, not the push--and need to be properly maintained to provide decades of useful service. Covering four major tool categories--plus sharpening stones--the authors guide the woodworker or hobbyist step by step, using detailed line drawings and concise how-to explanations. Description for Sales People * simple, step by step techniques with clear drawings * anyone who owns Japanese tools knows they need a lot of care * Japanese tools are favored by many quality craftsman Details ISBN1933330139 Author Ron Herman Short Title CARE & USE OF JAPANESE WDWK TO Pages 96 Publisher Stone Bridge Press Language English ISBN-10 1933330139 ISBN-13 9781933330136 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2006 Imprint Stone Bridge Press Subtitle Saws, Planes, Chisels, Marking Gauges, Stones Place of Publication Berkeley CA Country of Publication United States DEWEY 684.08 Edition Description New DOI 10.1604/9781933330136 UK Release Date 2006-09-21 NZ Release Date 2006-09-21 US Release Date 2006-09-21 Publication Date 2006-09-21 Audience General AU Release Date 2006-08-31 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136076987;

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