Woodworking Books

Drills and Drill Presses (Missing Shop Manual)
by Skill Institute Press

The Tool Information You Need at Your Fingertips

When you unpack a new portable drill or a drill press, the enclosed manual doesn't venture much beyond basic safety, assembly, and set-up. That leaves some head-scratching when it's time to turn it on and start drilling. Where's the manual that covers all the things your new drill is designed to do?

The Missing Shop Manual-Drills and Drill Presses takes that next step with you. In addition to explaining the basics of safety and set-up, this handy reference will help you get the most for your money by getting the most from your equipment. From basic holes and driving screws to joinery and mortising, you'll discover the techniques and tips you need to maximize your drill's performance. Even if you've been woodworking for years, you'll wish this was the manual that originally came with your new drill.

Lathe (Missing Shop Manual)
by Skill Institute Press

The Tool Information You Need at Your Fingertips

When you unpack a new lathe-whether it's a bench top or freestanding model-the enclosed manual doesn't venture much beyond basic safety, assembly, and set-up. That leaves some head-scratching when it's time to fire it up and start turning. Where's the manual that covers all the things your new lathe is designed to do?

The Missing Shop Manual-Lathe takes that next step with you. In addition to explaining the basics of safety and set-up, this handy reference will help you get the most for your money by getting the most from your equipment. From sharpening your tools to faceplate, bowl, and spindle turning, you'll discover the techniques and tips you need to maximize your lathe's performance. Even if you've been woodturning for years, you'll wish this was the manual that originally came with your new lathe.

Circular Saws and Jig Saws (Missing Shop Manual)
by Skill Institute Press

The Tool Information You Need at Your Fingertips

When you unpack a new circular saw or jig saw, the enclosed manual doesn't venture much beyond basic safety, assembly, and set-up. That leaves some head-scratching when it's time to turn it on and start cutting. Where's the manual that covers all the things your new saw is designed to do?

The Missing Shop Manual-Circular Saws and Jig Saws takes that next step with you. In addition to explaining the basics of safety and set-up, this handy reference will help you get the most for your money by getting the most from your equipment. From ripping wood to circle cutting, you'll discover the techniques and tips you need to maximize your saw's performance. Even if you've been woodworking for years, you'll wish this was the manual that originally came with your new portable saw.