Power Carving Manual, Second Edition: Tools, Techniques, and 22 All-Time Favorite Projects (Fox Chapel Publishing) Step-by-Step Projects and Photos, Buyer's Guide, Expert Information, and Inspiration

by David Hamilton, David Sabol, Woodcarving Illustrated (Editor)

The professional advice and the sheer beauty of these projects make this title a must-have reference for every power carver! Improved performance, versatile attachments, and lower prices have placed power tools within the reach of every woodworker. Celebrating 20 years of power carving wizardry, this big book presents all-time favorite projects and patterns from Woodcarving Illustrated , the leading how-to magazine for carving enthusiasts. If you have been thinking about trying your hand at power carving, or are looking to expand your power carving skills, this powerhouse collection is exactly what you need. It features a stunning gallery of work and a complete buyer's guide to exciting new tools from Dremel, Foredom, and other manufacturers. Covering everything from the basics of safety to the strategy for texturing feathers, Power Carving Manual, Second Edition offers expert information, insight, and inspiration from today's top power carvers, including Frank Russell, Jack Kochan, Wanda Marsh, Lori Corbett, Chuck Solomon, and Dave Hamilton. Projects featured in Power Carving Manual, Updated & Expanded Second Edition

Genres: Woodwork

168 pages, Paperback

Published March 12, 2018

Reviews

[Mike Kanner · Rating 3 out of 5]

An excellent book for those who are curious about the use of power tools to carve wooden figures. Early chapters discuss the merits and specifics of power carving before surveying the types of machines that can be used for carving. Later chapters deal with techniques and safety issues. About half of the book is dedicated to projects at different levels. Even if you are not going to attempt one of the projects, the discussions aid in understanding how power carving can elevate your efforts.

My only criticism is that several chapters deal with carving birds, which is understandable given how many power carvers do that work. However, if you are not part of this group, then the pages on the anatomy of bird's feather can be ignored.