Publisher's Synopsis
This greatly expanded version of Tim's Metalsmithing for Students isan essential reference book for anyone working with metals bethey a jeweller or a metalsmith. It covers subjects ranging frommetals, tools and surface textures (such a enamelling, patinas, etc.)to shaping, joining, casting, stones and stonesetting, and mechanismssuch as findings and hinges. The book is filled with step-by-stepsequences, line diagrams and drawings, safety notes and handytips. All in all, this is a comprehensive reference tool thatshould be a must for anyone working in the metalworking field.
