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Translation of Bergeron “Manual du Tourneur” now available
The Volume 2 (426 pages) in hardback and the Volume of Plates (157 pages) in hardback are now available from the Society of Ornamental Turners. Editor Jeremy Soulsby has translated the previously un-translated 239 pages as well as extensively revising the style and content of the earlier works so as to clarify obscure terminology and techniques. He has fully indexed the volume and provided a glossary and extended notes. Also in preparation is a complete revision of the English translations of Volume I. Available for purchase through the Society of Ornamental Turners.
Jon Sauer, Dewey Garrett receive excellence awards at 2010 AAW symposium
The American Association of Woodturners presented excellence awards to two ornamental turners during their 2010 symposium in Hartford. Jon Sauer and Dewey Garrett were recognized for their extraordinary contributions to the American Association of Woodturners and the advancement of woodturning.
Auction Features Ted Crom Horological Tool Collection & Library
The May 1, 2010 Skinner "Science, Technology and Clocks Sale" will feature the Ted Crom Horological Tool Collection and Library. Known throughout the world, this important collection spans three centuries and is featured in six books written by Dr. Crom. The sale will include two Rose Engines including an important example from the shop of A. L. Breguet, Paris, wheel cutting engines, lathes, depthing tools, watch and clock maker’s hand tools and the extensive Crom library with horological titles from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Details | Catalog