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Summary: a must have
Review: I am a jewelery craftsman, and this book has proven to be a perfect reference work, as well as an inspiration. It covers a multitude of techniques and leaves you with direction to pursue more in depth coverage.
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Summary: Great reference
Review: If you are a jeweler, and don't have this book, order it now! If you are just interested in how jewelry is made, this an excellent, simply written book that will eliminate some of the mysteries, and could even get you into making jewelry or other metalsmithing projects as a hobby.Written in simple terms, this convenient to use (spiral bound) book is one of the most easy-to-read, on this subject, you will find. McCreight is a great teacher, and this book, like a lot of his books, proves it.
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Summary: A Must for the Jeweler¿s Bookshelf
Review: If you are a jeweler, and don't have this book, order it now! If you are just interested in how jewelry is made, this an excellent, simply written book that will eliminate some of the mysteries, and could even get you into making jewelry or other metalsmithing projects as a hobby. Written in simple terms, this convenient to use (spiral bound) book is one of the most easy-to-read, on this subject, you will find. McCreight is a great teacher, and this book, like a lot of his books, proves it.
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Summary: FANTASTIC!
Review: If you buy one metals book, it should be this one. Perfect for the beginner and an excellent reference for more advanced metalsmiths! Well written and organized.
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Summary: Complete basics and more
Review: If you do any silver or metal working, this book is the manual to have on your bench. Stimulating ideas and cretivity with such basic techniques, Mr. McCreight has brought the world a primer in metalworking for the beginner and professional alike.
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Summary: Absolutely essential!
Review: This is a must-have for the library of anyone interested in jewelry fabrication. All the basic techniques are covered, making it an excellent choice for the beginner, and advanced techniques also are included; McCreight even touches on metallurgy. Explanations and illustrations are very clear. In fact, he makes everything so straightforward and non-intimidating that you find yourself saying, "Sure! I can do that!" A lot of information is packed onto each page, so you get maximum bang for your buck. And finally, the fact that the book is spiral-bound means you don't have to prop it open while you're working--very helpful.
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Summary: Easy and Comprehensive
Review: This is the 6th. copy of this book I have purchased. I use it in my classes for all level students as their first and final primary guide. Profusely illustrated, and accurately written, I recommend this to beginners and professionals. A must for your reference library.
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Summary: FANTASTIC!
Review: This is the best, perhaps the most complete Metalsmith Handbook that you will use as long as you are working in metal!!! Well organized, logical sequence in book so little back-tracking. Illustrated to some degree, use to learn, refresh, teach!!
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Summary: Still amazing...
Review: This was the text for my Jewelry One course at art school five years ago, and it was excellent then. Though I've been painting since, I pulled it out last week 'cause I needed to make something- and it all came right back. Amazing amount of basic info, set up to use at the bench where you need it. More impressive now than then. Highly recommended.
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Summary: Straightforward
Review: Unlike many art books, this book is very straightforward and cuts out all the BS I have found to be in many Art books....It is the book used in the Jewelry Class here at Western Michigan U. All the examples are well illustrated, and the explanations are excellent. It covers everything from materials to tools and techniques ranging from elementary to advanced. Anyone who wants to get in to Jewelry Metalsmithing should get this book.
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