This classic guide contains a complete course on plate metal working, originally written for novices and students. It describes every aspect of the subject in detail, offering the reader simple instructions coupled with helpful diagrams and illustrations. Highly recommended for anyone with a practical interest in metal work. Contents include: "Development Of Solid Figures", "Tools And Appliances Used In Metal Plate Work", "Soldering And Brazing", "Tinning, Re-Tinning, And Galvanising", "Examples Of Practical", "Metal Plate Work", "Examples Of Practical Pattern", "Drawing", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on metal work.