

John Schippers was born in Michigan in 1939. From beginners to experts, for aspiring engravers, fine metal workers and art lovers.Spiral binding lies flat for ease of use on workbench.Over 2130 color photographs and illustrations of tools, techniques, patterns, and antique & contemporary firearms.
#FIREARMS ENGRAVING FULL#
445 full color pages of highly detailed original and contemporary firearms.Step-by-step instructions about learning to engrave.This “how-to” book was 10 years in the making, and is sure to be Classic in the Hand Engraving Industry. This book is a must have for anyone interested in engraving or with an interest in engraved firearms and accessories. Many patterns and practice designs, borders, tips and tricks are included, based on practical knowledge and years of experience.
#FIREARMS ENGRAVING HOW TO#
John discusses engraving tools and equipment and the various techniques for using them, how to make your own tools, developing and transferring the proper designs, and the especially important aspect of what to engrave. It is now the standard reference for engravers & collectors alike, and the step-by-step instructions on learning to engrave make it the only book available from which an engraving student can actually learn this skill. IN STOCK NOW! GET THE FINEST BOOK EVER WRITTEN ON HAND ENGRAVINGīy far the finest book ever written on hand engraving of firearms as well as other items, Engraving Historic Firearms is the result of painstaking research, practical knowledge and almost 50 years of experience.
