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Paperback. A selection of useful hints and tips for metalworkers culled from a seventy years of Model Engineer magazine - as relevant today as when they were first printed. Includes many helpful nuggets of knowledge which have never been republished until now. Editor(s): Smeed, Vic. Series: Workshop Practice. Num Pages: 124 pages, 100 b+w scale plans & line drawings; 12 tables of data. BIC Classification: WDH; WFA; WFL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 209 x 149 x 8. Weight in Grams: 178.
Publisher
Special Interest Model Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
124
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781854861450
ISBN
9781854861450
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.39

Paperback. .
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764316999
ISBN
9780764316999
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 25.38

Hardcover. With colour photographs and 30 diagrams, this book takes the beginner through the necessary stages and processes in painting a model engineering subject. It includes: selection and making of equipment, paint, preparation, spray and hand painting, fixing blemishes, lining, transfers, tips on how to look after the paintwork, and a list of suppliers. Num Pages: 168 pages, 164 colour photographs & diagrams. BIC Classification: WDHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 179 x 19. Weight in Grams: 766. 168 pages, 164 colour photographs & diagrams. With colour photographs and 30 diagrams, this book takes the beginner through the necessary stages and processes in painting a model engineering subject. It includes: selection and making of equipment, paint, preparation, spray and hand painting, fixing blemishes, lining, transfers, tips on how to look after the paintwork, and a list of suppliers. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WDHM. Dimension: 247 x 179 x 19. Weight: 758.
Publisher
CHRISTOPHER VINE
Number of pages
168
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780955335907
ISBN
9780955335907
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.79

Paperback. Incredible Technic showcases spectacular models built with the LEGO Technic system, complete with diagrams and design notes. Num Pages: 280 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: TR; WDH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 202 x 20. Weight in Grams: 910.
Publisher
No Starch Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781593275877
ISBN
9781593275877
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 28.02

Paperback. Series: Shipcraft. Num Pages: 64 pages, 130 b/w, colour and line illustrations. BIC Classification: JWMV2; WDH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 299 x 212 x 7. Weight in Grams: 358.
Publisher
Pen & Sword Books Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
64
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848321144
ISBN
9781848321144
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.96

Paperback. Most modellers, regardless of what scale they work in, rely heavily on the humble plastic or metal kit. This book intends to help both novice and more experienced modellers to achieve the very best results. It is a foundation course in constructing rolling stock from kits. Num Pages: 224 pages, 591 colour photographs. BIC Classification: WDHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 190 x 245 x 15. Weight in Grams: 636.
Publisher
Crowood
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847974846
ISBN
9781847974846
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 22.60

Paperback. Locomotive kit building remains the best route to achieving a varied range of motive power in most scales but it also retains a mystique, being associated with expert modellers and expensive tools. This title demonstrates how anyone can successfully assemble working kits with only a modicum of inexpensive equipment and experience. Num Pages: 224 pages, 537 colour photographs. BIC Classification: WDHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 190 x 13. Weight in Grams: 630.
Publisher
Crowood Press
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847975515
ISBN
9781847975515
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.78

Hardback. When the Fat Boy atomic bomb was dropped on Dresden on 12 March 1944, it created a second rift, and German scientists quickly set to work studying it. Both the US and Germany were reluctant to share these advances with their allies, and in May 1944, Stalin declared the US to be an enemy of the Motherland. Illustrator(s): Cave, Jon. Series: Bolt Action. Num Pages: 208 pages, 80 col. BIC Classification: FJMS; HBWQ; JW; WDHW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 250 x 20. Weight in Grams: 832.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472815682
ISBN
9781472815682
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 30.09

Paperback. Although most people have heard of laser-cut and 3-D printed model railway parts and kits, most modellers have little knowledge or experience of them. This illustrated book describes in non-technical language how these machines work and how railway modellers can use them to produce remarkable models for their layouts. Num Pages: 192 pages, 437 colour photographs. BIC Classification: WDHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 193 x 287 x 14. Weight in Grams: 584.
Publisher
The Crowood Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785002267
ISBN
9781785002267
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 27.73

Paperback. This book assumes no previous experience and using the medium of twelve lathe turning projects will lead prospective model engineers through all of the basic techniques needed to tackle ambitious projects. All of the projects are extensively illustrated and full working drawings accompany the text. Series: Workshop Practice. Num Pages: 165 pages, 115 black and white photographs; 89 scale plans & line drawings. BIC Classification: WDH; WKDW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 149 x 11. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
Special Interest Model Books
Number of pages
165
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9781854862303
ISBN
9781854862303
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.39

Paperback. LEGO(R) Galaxy comes with complete instructions on how to build your favourite space ship, droid or space - it only takes a little ambition, imagination and intuition. Simple step-by-step instructions complete with clearly arranged parts lists make it easy to bring your favourite science fiction movies to life. Num Pages: 400 pages, 800 full colour photographs & illustrations. BIC Classification: WDH; YNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 252 x 205 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1472.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Heel-Verlag GMBH Germany
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
SKU
V9783868527773
ISBN
9783868527773
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 25.74

Paperback. This book has something for everyone, from a marble maze to a talking booby trap; from custom cookie cutters to an "EZ Make" oven. Discover the basic principles of science, electronics, and engineering through hands-on projects that range from easy to more challenging.. and are always fun! Num Pages: 250 pages. BIC Classification: WDH; WFH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 203 x 15. Weight in Grams: 666.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
O´Reilly Media
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781457194122
ISBN
9781457194122
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.88

Hardcover. Describes the construction of a range of uncomplicated miniature steam engines, for construction by the model engineer. Every project in this book can be completed with a minimum of workshop tools, and they are a suitable way into model engineering for the uninitiated, and a relaxation for the more experienced engineer. Num Pages: 192 pages, 192 black & white photographs and drawings. BIC Classification: WDHM; WGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 196 x 15. Weight in Grams: 644. 192 pages, 192 black & white photographs and drawings. Describes the construction of a range of uncomplicated miniature steam engines, for construction by the model engineer. Every project in this book can be completed with a minimum of workshop tools, and they are a suitable way into model engineering for the uninitiated, and a relaxation for the more experienced engineer. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WDHM; WGF. Dimension: 254 x 196 x 15. Weight: 638.
Publisher
Crowood Press
Number of pages
192
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861267733
ISBN
9781861267733
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.63

Paperback. This unique guide reveals practical mechanical design principles to those who have no background in engineering and shows how to apply the principles through a wide range of sample projects. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TG; WDH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 187 x 17. Weight in Grams: 622.
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780071741675
ISBN
9780071741675
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 42.31

Paperback. Contains a comprehensive range of mathematical data which is required in the metalworking workshop and by those designing a wide range of engineered items, tools and machines. This book provides in a single concise volume that is otherwise only available by reference to many different sources. Series: Workshop Practice. Num Pages: 128 pages, 97 scale plans & line drawings; 144 tables of data. BIC Classification: WDH; WKD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 149 x 12. Weight in Grams: 292.
Publisher
Special Interest Model Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781854862532
ISBN
9781854862532
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.39

Paperback. .
Publisher
Special Interest Model Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
126
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781854862655
ISBN
9781854862655
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.39

Hardcover. Model engineers have been making models of internal combustion engines since the invention of the real thing, but it has always been surrounded by a mystique, and a perceived difficulty that has put many people off. This book looks at this subject. Num Pages: 200 pages, 176 black & white photographs, 20 colour photographs. BIC Classification: WDH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 256 x 199 x 15. Weight in Grams: 684. 200 pages, 176 black & white photographs, 20 colour photographs. Model engineers have been making models of internal combustion engines since the invention of the real thing, but it has always been surrounded by a mystique, and a perceived difficulty that has put many people off. This book looks at this subject. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WDH. Dimension: 256 x 199 x 15. Weight: 684.
Publisher
Crowood Press
Number of pages
200
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861269218
ISBN
9781861269218
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 33.89

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Pen & Sword Books Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848320031
ISBN
9781848320031
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.16

Paperback. The standard textbook on aerodynamic theory, as applied to model flight. Num Pages: 270 pages, 50 clr photos, 200 clr illus. BIC Classification: TGMF1; WDHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 192 x 20. Weight in Grams: 888.
Publisher
Special Interest Model Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
5th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781854862709
ISBN
9781854862709
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 25.66

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 390 color photos, drawings, designs. BIC Classification: WDH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 276 x 201 x 7. Weight in Grams: 400.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780887409370
ISBN
9780887409370
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 14.23

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