Civil War Woodworking: 17 Authentic Projects for Woodworkers and Reenactors
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Ranging from fairly easy to moderately difficult, this woodworking manual furnishes accurate reproductions of Civil Warera objects. Historical information about manufacturing and woodworking in the 19th century complements a discussion on standards, offering interested craftspeople all the relevant information to produce authentic replicas in the modern shop. Step-by-step instructions present a variety of projectssuch as an officer’s field desk, an ammunition box, a folding camp table, a l
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Lee Gordon
566 days ago
Review by Lee Gordon for Civil War Woodworking: 17 Authentic Projects for Woodworkers and Reenactors
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I am not a Civil War reenactor, but I am very much interested in history. I am also not the world’s most experienced woodworker, but I do like to spend time in the workshop, building, among other things, my skills. That’s why Civil War Woodworking is an ideal book for someone like me. Interspersed through the projects is a fascinating dose of history, both of the Civil War and of the craft of woodworking, accompanied by numerous photos and illustrations.
The projects run the gamut from extremely simple and easy to ones that will maintain interest for more advanced woodworkers, especially the ones who, in the name of authenticity, choose to do all the work with the types of hand tools available in the mid-19th century. Fortunately for power tool junkies like me, the author offers guidance for practitioners of either mode of construction.
And while all the projects are things that could be used in a battlefield reenactment, many are not limited to that purpose. In addition to being dead easy to make, the Five Board Bench would be as at home in a garden as on the field of Gettysburg. The Officer’s Field Desk would make a handy work station for a laptop computer, and the Folding Camp Table is a nice upgrade over the kind one normally sets up in front of the TV as a staging area for snacks.
Midwest Book Review
566 days ago
Review by Midwest Book Review for Civil War Woodworking: 17 Authentic Projects for Woodworkers and Reenactors
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As the editor of ‘The Collins Complete Woodworker’ and a dedicated Civil War reenactor, A. J. Hamler brings a very special expertise to “Civil War Woodworking: 17 Authentic Projects for Woodworkers and Reenactors”. This profusely illustrated 160-page compendium of authentic Civil Ear era woodworking projects opens with two chapters dedicated to providing an informed and informative overview by defining authenticity with respect to the Civil War in terms of reenactments and ‘period correct’ projects, then surveying the tools, techniques, materials needed to insure historic accuracy. The projects themselves range from benches, crates, ammunition boxes, and a folding camp table, to a bucksaw, folding camp stool, and an officer’s field desk. Of special note is the chapter devoted to games. Enhanced with period photography, a bibliography, thematically appropriate web sites, and a useful source list for materials and hardware, “Civil War Woodworking: 17 Authentic Projects for Woodworkers and Reenactors” is enthusiastically recommended for personal and professional woodworking reference collections, and will prove of immense interest to Civil War buffs as well.
C. E. Addison
566 days ago
Review by C. E. Addison for Civil War Woodworking: 17 Authentic Projects for Woodworkers and Reenactors
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Great project book for a reenactor. Well written, easy to understand, complete help start to finish.
William Eichler
566 days ago
Review by William Eichler for Civil War Woodworking: 17 Authentic Projects for Woodworkers and Reenactors
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I was excited to find AJ’s work last fall and eagerly awaited the release. So often, living historians are stuck “making it up as they go along” when creating woodworking reproductions. No longer, at least in 17 cases. AJ’s book is well laid out to follow along. The steps are clearly defined and organized. If you have even the most basic of skills, you will be able to create good reproductions out of this book. I was especially thrilled to see the author’s dedication to getting away from dimensional 1x lumber where ever possible as it is over represented.
Thanks for a great resource as our hobby approaches the 150th anniversary of the Civil War!
Rosemary Keeling
566 days ago
Review by Rosemary Keeling for Civil War Woodworking: 17 Authentic Projects for Woodworkers and Reenactors
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This is a great book for the novice or advanced woodworker.
The book is well put together with tips and helpful incite into each project. The projects are well researched with photos, and a lot of helpful information on craftsmanship during the Civil War. The detailed drawings included in the book are great as well as the photos showing the use of shop tools. Mr.Hamler also includes patterns for making stencils for your projects.
This book is a must for the backyard woodworker.