August 20, 2014
By: Luis Ayala, National OilWell Varco (Houston, United States)
Comments
As a technical writer, it is a great and handy companion to have on my desk for quick referrals. Can easily maneuver through the pages to find what I need!
Pros
Well organized
Cons
None
Great reference
June 12, 2014
By: Jeff Smith (Perrysburg, United States)
Comments
Great reference book for a great many projects
Pros
Love the spiral bound format
Cons
Binding could be a little more durable
Engineers Black Book
May 22, 2014
By: Randal Lieungh, Twin Disc Inc. (Racine, United States)
Comments
Excellant quick source of reference. Once I started using it. It stays on my desk.
Pros
Much easier to use than the old stand by Machinery's Handbook. Not that there's anything wrong with the Machinery's Handbook.
Cons
None
little book, great information
May 21, 2014
By: Bryan Hildreth (Muskegon, United States)
Comments
Lots of useful information in one little book. Easy to use and reference. Use it on a daily basis.
Pros
Compact, laminated, spiral bound, has all the "good stuff" plus more!
Cons
Could include more info on certain sections but almost everything is covered good. Depends on how technical you want to get.
Full of resources
May 21, 2014
By: Danny G (Santa Paula, United States)
Comments
This book has plenty of useful info
Pros
Small, spiral bound, laminated pages is a big +
Cons
None that I can think of
Great info
May 21, 2014
By: Brian (Ft. Wayne, United States)
Comments
Faster than the internet!
Pros
Quick & easy to read. Durable pages.
Cons
None
Can't live without!
May 21, 2014
By: Michael Frechette, Third Dimension Drafting (Greene, United States)
Comments
No matter how many resources you have, it doesn't get easier than this!
Pros
Super quick reference!
Cons
Not one!
Great Quick Reference
May 21, 2014
By: Red, RedHed Tech (Miami, United States)
Comments
An excellent quick reference for all kinds of engineering and machining tasks. Lots of good information.
Pros
Greasy fingerprints wipe off easily. Nice detailed carbide insert designation chart. Well made... Seems like it will last awhile.
Cons
Need expanded speeds and feeds for milling and turning comparable to machinery's handbook.
Great book to have as an engineer
March 14, 2014
By: Brandon (Ottawa, Canada)
Comments
I mostly bought the book for the drill sharpening gauge that comes with it as it's the best one I've found, but the book is truly fantastic. Since I received the book I often find myself sitting down with it just to flip through the pages. The book is quite fascinating and a great pocket reference.
Pros
Laminated pages allow for easy cleaning and protection from grease, water etc.
Drill sharpening gauge
Small in size
Metal spine allows the book to lay flat or flip completely open
Cons
Made in China
Not easily accessible - had to order online which added additional costs for shipping
Some of the diagrams can be hard to interpret
A must have
November 8, 2013
By: Hugh, Student (Greensboro NC, United States)
Comments
Great everyday reference.
Pros
Spiral lets book lay flat. Laminated for protection from the environment. Lots of good easy to read charts and illustrations. Pocket size. Drill point gauge pocket, to keep them together.
Cons
I find myself wanting to have more information in the book, but cannot think of anything to add.