Power Tools: An Electrifying Celebration and Grounded Guide

Explore the power, precision, and personality of the tools that shape our world.

Power Tools is the ultimate visual and technical tribute to more than 200 of the most iconic, innovative, and indispensable machines in the modern workshop.

From classic drills and routers to cutting-edge cordless marvels, this book takes readers deep inside the tools themselves—revealing how they work, what makes them great, and how they’ve evolved over time.

Inside, you’ll discover:

Detailed profiles • of tools across every category, with insights into their design, function, and best uses. Over 400 full-color photographs • that showcase tools in action and in stunning close-up. Comparative specs and features • to help readers understand what sets top-tier tools apart. A look into the future • of tool technology, including smart features and ergonomic innovations.

Written by master craftsman and former Fine Woodworking editor Sandor Nagyszalanczy, this book is both a celebration of craftsmanship and a grounded guide for anyone who loves tools—whether you’re a seasoned pro, a weekend DIYer, or simply fascinated by the mechanics of making.

© 2002 The Taunton Press (eBook): 9798896843313

Data wydania

eBook: 1 października 2002