Hardening and Tempering, Paperback

This vintage book contains a collection of classic articles on the subject of the hardening and tempering processes in blacksmithing. Although old, these articles contains a wealth of timeless information that will be of considerable utility to modern blacksmiths. "Hardening and Tempering" would make for a valuable addition to collections of allied literature and is not to be missed by the modern blacksmithing enthusiasts. Contents include: "Modern Steel Hardening Plants", "Hardening Steel, by E. R. Markham", "Pack-Hardening Gages, by E.R. Markham", "Forging, Hardening and Annealing High-Speed Steel, by W. J. Todd", "Local Hardening and Tempering, by William A. Painter", "Electric Hardening Furnaces", and "Miscellaneous Hardening Methods and Suggestions". Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on blacksmithing.