Basic Lathework (Workshop Practice Series)

I found this book an excellent addition to my go to reading material on metal lathes and their operation. It covers very well the English Myford and is also applicable to any hobby lathe and its set -up. The pictures are in color and well represent the setting up of work holding in the chuck and face plate. I would recommend this book to anyone owning a English made lathe and its nice to have to add to a hobby shops book collection.

What I wanted

Excellent primer and reminder

Basic lathe work is an unusual book in that it doves into areas that I would consider beyond "basic lathe work". Like the chapter on choosing a machine and power supplies. I would expect a more practical approach to lathe operation and procedures. Most of the pictures appear to be of older lathes. The book contains very little useful information for the newcomer. Don't waste your money.