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Shooter's Bible Guide to Firearms Assembly, Disassembly, and Cleaning, Vol 2
Par Robert A. Sadowski. 2023
Shooter's Bible, for generations the most trusted source of detailed information on firearms, offers gun enthusiasts expert knowledge and advice…
on gun care. If you liked Shooter&’s Bible Guide to Firearms Assembly, Disassembly, and Cleaning Volume 1, you'll love the Volume 2 with all new guns including popular shotguns, rifles, pistols, revolvers, and "other firearms." Plus, Volume 2 includes an expanded full-color section on a variety of DIY customization projects—from building an AR-15 build from a kit to adding ivory grips to your six-shooter. Each volume of the Disassembly series of books provides new guns and new DIY projects. Step-by-step instructions for cleaning help you to care for your firearms safely. Chapters focus on a wide variety of the most popular firearms in several categories. The all-new Volume 2 includes details on a variety of popular firearms that were not featured in Volume 1. It includes information on: Centerfire and rimfire rifles: autoloader, bolt action, lever action, pump action, and single shot Shotguns: autoloader, over/under, pump action, single shot, lever action, and side by side Handguns: pistol, revolver, and derringer Muzzleloaders Along with assembly, disassembly, and cleaning instructions, each featured firearm is accompanied by a brief description and list of important specs, including manufacturer, model, similar models, action, calibers/gauge, capacity, overall length, and weight. With these helpful gun maintenance tips, up-to-date specifications, detailed exploded view line drawings, and multiple photographs for each firearm, the Shooter's Bible Guide to Firearms Assembly, Disassembly, and Cleaning, Vol. 2 is a great resource for all firearm owners.HMS Victory: First Rate 1765 (Seaforth Historic Ships)
Par Iain Ballantyne, Jonathan Eastland. 2005
&“A first-rate visual guide to the most famous preserved warship on the planet. The imagery has the &‘wow&’ factor .…
. . a brilliant showcase.&”—Warships International Fleet Review HMS Victory is probably the best-known historic ship in the world. A symbol of the Royal Navy&’s achievements during the great age of sail, she is based in Portsmouth and seen by tens of thousands of visitors each year. In this new series written by experts and containing more than 200 specially commissioned photographs, each title will take the reader on a superbly illustrated tour of the ship, from bow to stern and deck by deck. Significant parts of the vessel for example, the capstan, steering gear, armament, brody stove, cockpit, stern cabins are given detailed coverage both in words and pictures, so that the reader has at hand the most complete visual record and explanation of the ship that exists. In addition, the importance of the ship, both in her own time and now as a museum vessel, is explained, while her design and build, her fighting career and her life prior to restoration and exhibition are all described. No other books offer such superb visual impact and detailed information as the Seaforth Historic Ship Series—a truly groundbreaking concept bringing the ships of our past vividly to life. Nominated for the 2011 Mountbatten Awards &“In a precise and careful treatment, they cover the evolution of naval architecture, maritime warfare, and British strategy that led to the construction of the 100-gun ship-of-the-line . . . A valuable book for students of the age of fighting sail.&”—New York Military Affairs SymposiumArmoured Cruiser Cressy: Detailed in the Original Builders' Plans
Par Andrew Choong. 2020
The complete set of builders’ plans for the Royal Navy’s Victorian era armored cruiser famously sunk during WWI.The builders of…
British warships created a highly detailed set of plans for each ship upon completion. These highly detailed, multicolored drawings represented the exact appearance and specifications of the ship as it entered service. Today, the National Maritime Museum and Seaforth Publishing are making these invaluable resources available to the public through a series of books featuring high-quality digital reproductions.This volume presents the plans for the armored cruiser HMS Cressy. Launched on December 4th, 1899, it best known for the disaster of September 22nd, 1914, in which Cressy and two sister-ships were sunk by a small submarine. Though obsolete by the First World War, Cressy-class cruisers were innovative ships in their day.In full color, with many close-ups and enlargements, these plans make every aspect of the HMS Cressy clear and comprehensible. Extensive captions point the reader to important features to be found in the plans, and an introduction covers the design’s background.The Story of the Chanel Bag: Timeless. Elegant. Iconic.
Par Laia Farran Graves. 2023
Timeless and ever-fashionable, the Chanel handbag is the luxury goods statement piece that is always in demand. Since the launch…
of the 2.55 in 1955, Chanel has unveiled a curated classic selection of styles that has reached iconic stature – and here you will discover their myriad seasonal adaptations, limited editions and special features.From the ultra-rare beaded lucite Cage Flap to the discontinued Diana (named after Princess Di), the So Black to the Graffiti backpack, the book traces the rise of the Chanel bag from the very first designs to today's releases and charts the Chanel bag in popular culture and celebrity fashion.A detailed behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmanship explains the details of quilting, leathers and materials, hardware, labels and stitching, as well as how to authenticate a Chanel bag. Whether you are considering buying retail or second-hand, to celebrate a milestone, commemorate an important event in life or as an investment, this is your ultimate guide to this exclusive – and sometimes elusive – accessory.The Story of the Diamond: Timeless. Elegant. Iconic.
Par Tamara Sturtz-Filby. 2023
A symbol of power, a promise of marriage and a girl's best friend, the diamond is unmatched by any other…
gemstone in the world. From ancient civilizations and the royal courts of Europe to modern culture, film and fashion, the mystique and glamour of the world's most brilliant natural treasure is told in a story that merges history with gemology, collecting with couture. Celebrating our everlasting fascination with this prized jewel, The Story of the Diamond gives background on merchants, traders and jewellers, from Cartier to Harry Winston, as well as legendary and rare stones, such as the cursed Hope, the stolen Koh-i-Noor and the ransomed Idol's Eye.With indepth information on styles, cuts, colours and carats, and both natural and lab-grown stones, as well as a chapter devoted to engagement rings, there is advice on selecting and buying sustainably sourced diamonds.Kaffe Fassett Quilts Shots and Stripes: 24 New Projects Made with Shot Cottons and Striped Fabrics
Par Kaffe Fassett, Liza Prior Lucy. 2013
Inspired by textiles from around the world, twenty-four quilting projects big & small with easy-to-follow instructions for all skill levels.…
In Kaffe Fassett Quilts Shots and Stripes, quilt master Kaffe Fassett and coauthor Liza Prior Lucy present twenty-four projects—small and large, beginner and advanced—made with iridescent solid-colored cotton fabrics (called shot cottons) and woven striped cotton fabrics, all photographed in and around his weekend home on England&’s southern coast. Inspired by worldwide travels and a plethora of ethnic textiles, including Amish quilts in America, Japanese indigo patched work clothes, and African weavings, the projects featured include full-size bed quilts as well as smaller pieces that can be completed more quickly, such as throws, wall hangings, table runners, and pillows. With Shots and Stripes, Fassett answers the current call for quilts that make bold graphic statements but are not necessarily as time-consuming as some of the work for which he has been previously celebrated.&“Fassett . . . and Lucy, owner of Glorious Color and Fassett&’s frequent collaborator, have birthed a book of startling beauty. Beyond producing drooling glances, their book journeys determinedly yet joyfully through twenty-four projects, well conceived and with clear instructions.&” —Publishers WeeklyGreat Northern Railway Gallery: A Pictorial Journey Through Time (Railway Gallery Ser.)
Par Michael A. Vanns. 2019
&“A simply fascinating and impressively informative illustrated history&” of the British steam railway by the author of The Leicester Gap…
(Midwest Book Review). The Great Northern Railway was one of 120 companies that ran trains in Britain during the Victorian and Edwardian period. Formed in 1846, it traded independently for seventy-six years until absorbed into the London & North Eastern Railway on 1 January 1923. Operating a network of nearly 700 route miles it ran trains between King&’s Cross, London and York, into the Eastern Counties and the East Midlands, the West Riding of Yorkshire, into Lancashire and even south of the Thames. It developed distinctive characteristics, both in the way it managed its affairs and in the appearance of its trains, stations, signals and signalboxes. Numerous photographs were taken, particularly from the 1890s onwards, by dedicated amateurs attracted to the lineside by the sight of speeding steam locomotives in apple green livery, hauling polished teak carriages. Goods trains and the endless procession of coal trains were not such popular photographic subjects, but by searching out these and images of staff, stations and signalboxes, this book aims to capture something of the spirit of a once-great organization in the heyday of Britain&’s steam railways. &“With the welcome increase in the pre-Grouping scene engendered by projects such as the Hatton&’s &‘Genesis&’ coaches, books such as this will find a new audience, which is no bad thing.&” —Railway Modeller &“Vanns certainly presents a splendid collection of period images displaying numerous aspects of the railway&’s operations.&” —Best of BritishHow to Sew: Embellishments
Par The Editors of David & Charles. 2010
Learn the basics of embellishing in this fun and easy to follow guide. Covering the benefits of different types of…
decoration, such as buttons, trimmings, beads and sequins, you will find out how to securely attach buttons and much more.Three sensational bag-making projects from Lisa Lam, bestselling author of The Bag Making BibleIncludes all the sewing techniques and instructions…
you need to know to make the projects, from making adjustable straps to adding zips and magnetic snaps.Download full-size templates direct from our website so you can print them out and get started straight away!Chasing Aphrodite: The Hunt for Looted Antiquities at the World's Richest Museum
Par Ralph Frammolino, Jason Felch. 2011
A &“thrilling, well-researched&” account of years of scandal at the prestigious Getty Museum (Ulrich Boser, author of The Gardner Heist).…
In recent years, several of America&’s leading art museums have voluntarily given up their finest pieces of classical art to the governments of Italy and Greece. Why would they be moved to such unheard-of generosity? The answer lies at the Getty, one of the world&’s richest and most troubled museums, and scandalous revelations that it had been buying looted antiquities for decades. Drawing on a trove of confidential museum records and candid interviews, these two journalists give us a fly-on-the-wall account of the inner workings of a world-class museum, and tell a story of outlandish characters and bad behavior that could come straight from the pages of a thriller. &“In an authoritative account, two reporters who led a Los Angeles Times investigation reveal the details of the Getty Museum&’s illicit purchases, from smugglers and fences, of looted Greek and Roman antiquities. . . . The authors offer an excellent recap of the museum&’s misdeeds, brimming with tasty details of the scandal that motivated several of America&’s leading art museums to voluntarily return to Italy and Greece some 100 classical antiquities worth more than half a billion dollars.&” —Publishers Weekly, starred review &“An astonishing and penetrating look into a veiled world where beauty and art are in constant competition with greed and hypocrisy. This engaging book will cast a fresh light on many of those gleaming objects you see in art museums.&” —Jonathan Harr, author of The Lost PaintingStitch, Craft, Create: Crochet
Par Various. 2012
Want to try your hand at making gorgeous homemade goodies? Then unleash the crafter within you with this collection of…
all-new crochet projects! With simple step-by-steps, these quick makes ensure fast results.Beginner's Guide to Hardanger Embroidery: 28 stitches and techniques for hardanger
Par Kate Haxell. 2012
Begin your adventure into embroidery with this simple, step-by-step guide to the basics, featuring two fun projects. Learn the basic…
stitches and essential techniques to create beautiful freestyle embroidery with this comprehensive guide. Every stitch has clear step-by-step instructions and is accompanied by coloured diagrams, making it easy to create impressive embroidered designs. This short book also includes instructions for two projects—celebration bunting and a retro sunglasses case.Stitch, Craft, Create: 17 beautiful craft projects for your special day
Par Various. 2013
A fabulous collection of 101 quick and simple projects, from gifts and favours to cards, decorations and cakes. The ideas…
are split into handy occasion-themed sections, including the most popular celebrations of weddings, birthdays and Christmas. All projects are suitable for beginners and cover a range of crafts, including papercraft, sewing and cake decorating.The British artist and TV personality shows you how to have fun with watercolours by scribbling away, using big brushes,…
and slapping on paint. Accomplished artist, Charles Evans, will have you painting in no time with these cleverly-constructed art projects that can each be completed in a matter of minutes. Packed with simple techniques and top tips that will ensure successful results every time, Charles&’ easy-to-follow instruction will help improve your painting skills at once. Quick & Clever Watercolours . . . Helps you learn professional hints and tricks about using watercolours and watercolour pencils which offer extra flexibility and convenience Includes varied art projects for outdoors and indoors, ranging from simple landscapes to more complex compositions, from pets to still lives Reveals inspirational pages from Charles&’ own sketchbooks that clearly demonstrate the immediacy of this mediumBeginner's Guide to Blackwork Embroidery: 30 blackwork patterns and ideas
Par Kate Haxell. 2018
Learn the basic stitches and essential techniques to create beautiful blackwork embroidery with this comprehensive, illustrated guide. Expert crafter Kate…
Haxell introduces readers to the centuries-old technique of blackwork embroidery. This volume explains the basic tools and materials you need to get started, plus thirty timelessly elegant blackwork embroidery patterns. Every pattern has clear step-by-step instructions and is accompanied by colored diagrams, making it easy to create these bold designs yourself. This compact book also includes instructions for two projects by professional embroiderer Becky Hogg—a bird book bag and decorative blackwork buttons.Beginner's Guide to Goldwork Embroidery: Essential Stitches and Techniques for Goldwork
Par Kate Haxell. 2012
The expert crafter shares the basic stitches and essential techniques to create beautiful goldwork embroidery in this comprehensive, illustrated guide. …
Goldwork embroidery uses metal threads to create regal and luxurious designs. In this beginner&’s guide, Kate Haxell gives readers everything they need to get started working in this beautiful, shimmering style. Every stitch has clear step-by-step instructions and is accompanied by colored diagrams, making it easy to create these impressive embroidered designs. This short book also includes instructions for two projects by professional embroiderer Becky Hogg—a sweet silver brooch and an elegant acorn hanging picture.Stitch, Craft, Create: Beading
Par Various. 2012
Want to try your hand at making gorgeous homemade goodies? These brilliant quick & easy beading projects give you the…
opportunity to try something new and expand your crafting skills! From charming bracelets to crystal heart earrings, a monochrome necklace to a beaded scarf, create stunning items for yourself, your friends and your home.Each unique project includes:Simple step-by-step instructionsQuick makes for fast resultsBeautiful photography of the finished product to guide and inspire10 Crochet Flowers: Crochet Patterns for Stylish Flowers
Par Claire Crompton. 2016
Create beautiful flowers with these 10 crochet patterns. Add them to garments and interior items, or use them to make…
jewellery. Featuring a rose and rose bud, sunflower, daisy, pansy, hellebore and other pretty flower designs, you're sure to find a pattern you love!Sew Easy for Kids: 3 Simple Projects for Kids to Sew
Par Alice Butcher, Ginny Farquhar. 2012
An exciting collection of easy sewing projects for children aged 5–11, including 3 simple projects for kids to sew that…
they will really love to make. Your children will have great fun learning important sewing techniques with simple instructions written just for them, and can make loads of exciting things, including a kids halloween project, juggling balls and a dream catcher.Includes all the templates and techniques you need to get sewing with a gorgeous, nostalgic design style just like the craft books you loved when you were a kid!Learn the basic stitches and essential techniques to create beautiful drawn thread embroidery with this comprehensive guide. Every stitch has…
clear step-by-step instructions and is accompanied by coloured diagrams, making it easy to create impressive embroidered designs. This short book also includes instructions for two projects--a delicate scarf and a pretty laundry bag.