November 1, 2026
By: Liam townsley , Babcock international (Clydebank , United Kingdom)
Comments
Great reference book with a variety of useful info. Useful for quickly finding relevant info in and out of the workshop
Pros
The grease proof paper is a winner, the large variety of info is great. The size itself is also great as it takes up little space
Cons
Can’t actually think of any
Review on Engineers Blackbook
October 28, 2026
By: Ryan Paich, S & D Precision (Vereeniging, South Africa)
Comments
Very Good book, all you need to know.
Pros
Has everyday calculations.
Cons
Could use G and M code programming
Great book that’s easy on the eyes
October 26, 2026
By: Eremy (Cambridge, United States)
Comments
Good book to keep near your shop equipment and reference when needed. Has just about all the information you would need to know without being a giant tome of a book. The large print version is great for us older guys with less than optimal eyesight for reading.
Pros
Comes with tabs, large print version is easy to see, very durable pages.
Cons
None
Engineers Black Book review
October 21, 2026
By: James A (Cheltenham, Australia)
Comments
Helpful book with plenty of relevant infomation, great for referencing
Pros
size, perfect for drawer/toolbox
Cons
nil
Engineers black book vol 3
October 18, 2026
By: Matthew , Personal use (Perth, Australia)
Comments
Absolutely best book ever!
Pros
Everything
Cons
Cannot fault one thing
Great information
October 15, 2026
By: Mike K. (Etters, United States)
Comments
Nice pocket size. When I bought this metric pocket edition I also bought the inch large print version not realizing they both cover inch and metric data. Comparing the two there is a very small amount of information that is different between the two books. They should just be combined into one all inclusive book.
Great information
October 15, 2026
By: Michael K. (Etters, United States)
Comments
A lot of great information in one convenient book.
molto buonoi
October 12, 2026
By: Daniele Baldi (Camporgiano Filicaia, Italy)
Comments
molto bello e utile
Pros
portatile e resistente
Must Have
October 11, 2026
By: Josh (Welshpool, Australia)
Comments
Lifechanging reference guide for any machinist, mechanical engineer, mechanical draftsperson or shop rat! Has (almost) everything you could ever possibly need to know for general mechanical design and machining (provided you already know how to use the machines). My only gripe is the lack of a feeds/speeds table for common workshop materials for milling and turning, there is only one for drilling.
Pros
-Excellent reference guide
-Large print version easy to read
-Tables are colour coded for metric/SAE
-Easy to navigate
Cons
-No speeds/feeds for turning or milling
-Drill guide not included in large print version
Do yourself a favor and buy this book
October 8, 2026
By: Jeff (Austin, United States)
Comments
It's like the Machinery's Handbook, but it's condensed down to the essentials, has much better formatting, and easier to use and read.
Pros
- Spiral Binding allows it to lay flat.
- High-quality waterproof paper
- Formatting and color makes it very easy to find and understand things (as compared to the Machinery's Handbook).
- Small and compact
Cons
- Very expensive. The ideal price for this book would be between $10 and $15. I realize the high-quality paper probably doesn't allow it to be that cheap. Maybe consider also selling a version printed on normal paper at a much cheaper price. I think you'd sell a lot more copies.
- Typos on page 114: On the "Force or Shrink Fits" graph at the bottom-right of the page, the last three fit classes say "FN3 FN3 FN3" rather than "FN3 FN4 FN5" like it should. This page is a clone of a page from the Machinery's Handbook, so I looked it up and the Machinery's Handbook does indeed say "FN3 FN4 FN5".
- Typo on the serial number page (page directly after page 232): "If you have any suggestions for improvements or concerns about this book we would like to hear from you?" That's a statement, not a question. Might want to take out the question mark. :)
Review
October 8, 2026
By: Ash, Anglian water services Ltd (Colchester, United Kingdom)
Comments
Good
Pros
Good
Cons
Small writing
Review
October 6, 2026
By: Tom-Cato Sandvold (Ingeberg, Norway)
September 28, 2026
By: Aidan Grover (South kempsey, Australia)
Comments
A Little pocket reference that goes with me everywhere, with durable and grease proof pages and absolutely full of essential information for an engineering tradesman.
Pros
Full of information.
Durable and high quality build
Compact.
Cons
None.
Awesome Book
September 23, 2026
By: Steven Peters (ipswich, Australia)
Comments
One of the best books I’ve ever bought, Being in the design industry the book has helped me a lot. I have a pocket size to carry in my bag and the large size is on my desk.
Pros
Great reference book
Cons
Can’t fault it at all
Engineers Black Book- necessary for all tradesman
September 22, 2026
By: Alex (PUSLINCH, Canada)
Comments
Full of information . Necessary for all tradesman.
Pros
Good well organized info.
Have on hand at all times for common conversions, dimesnsions, feeds n speeds , etc
Cons
I would include an extra sheet of the organizational “flag” tabs for finding information quickly. Not really a con, just a possible suggestion that may be handy for users.
Great book for to and die makers
September 15, 2026
By: Nate (Rockford, United States)
Comments
Really nice reference guide for just starting my career in the machine tool and tool makers industry.
Pros
General book quality and information is top notch.
Cons
Can't really find anything negative about the book.
No complaints
September 11, 2026
By: Daniel Mills, Grace Precision Products (Joplin, United States)
Comments
First one I’ve owned and love it!
Pros
Great information. Love the tabs!!!
Cons
Haven’t found any yet.
Very useful book
August 28, 2026
By: James (Dursley, United Kingdom)
Comments
Very useful, would recommend to every machinist or engineer.