I have just started learning how to do machining at 60 as a retirement hobby. This book has enabled me to understand so many things, for example what Carbide tip nomenclature means, types of material , speeds and feeds. Best idea I have had in a while to buy this.

Small, very high quality paper/production, easy to leave on the shelf next to the lathe as a reference book.
I bought the "inch" version even though I live in a metric country because I would like to build a few model stationary steam engines and they are typically all imperial. But this book has so much information in metric it really does not matter. Thank you.

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Very thorough book, I’m early in machining but a lot of good information already.

Color, good descriptions, easy to carry

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Ideal for assisting with apprentice training

Small and informative, with durable paper

Great to refer back to for most measurements and quick calculations.

Easy to use

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How i have ever worked without this book is beyond me, only a hobby machinest but time and time again i can reach for this book knowing i can find the exact information i need.

Dirt and oil resistant paper !!!

Very useful tool to have and reference against.

Content covers all areas and will help me daily in work and private life

Easy to read, good format, well laid out, ring bind and grease proof paper is excellent

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It is complete with all you could wish for. Very handy when questionning yourself about machining stuff.

The grease proof lamination is much appreciated

A bit small

Very useful reference book, highly recommend

Very useful reference book, highly recommend

This thing is a must have for anybody in the field

Size and information

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Great book, very practical

Extremely good product

Clear and sharp font, very nice paper fit for purpose, perfect content

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The most complete reference book I've found.

I really lile this book, It comes with all the formulas that i need in my daily job

Very usefull

Someone stole my sharpening gage

Fantastic - just what I need

The books really good lots of information

Heap of info and semi water proof

Could have more info

I keep this book in right on the bench where I can reach from the mill and lathe.

Like the coated pages that don't soak up the oils.
Having the page tabs makes it easier to find what I am looking for.

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Feel like a pro reading the info, wish I had this in my younger days, would have solved a lot of problems along the way.

Small and compact, easy to use, pages are durable.

When i purchased the book it didnt come with a thread gauge or drill gauge template. Gutted.lol.

This book has saved me so much time by having quick access to solutions and answers.

Nice size that can fit most anywhere and not take up an absurd amount of space