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Tue, Aug 2, 2005, 7:56am (EDT-1) (RonB) proclaims:
Brings back memories. When I was young (a LONG time ago) my parents gave
me a copy of "The Boy Mechanic" snip
Damn, you must be OLD. LOL I'm 64 and haven't gotten to middle
age yet.
I've got one or two copies of those floating around somewhere,
along with at least one along the same lines published by someone else.
I've got a handful of old boatbuilding boats from thast era, and
earlier, too. Some very neat stuff in there (along with some very ugly
stuff), and some very handy tips. Have one or two woodworking books in
the 20s/30s, and a number printed in the 40s. I don't recall making
anything from any of them, but do ge some iteresting ideas. Besides, I
just like to thumb thru them occessionally.
Best place to find old books like that is old bookstores. Most of
mine are from there, and few, if any, were over $10 each. Only
occassionally have I found a decent deal for on on eBay, and by the time
you add in shipping, you'e usually looking at around $15, minimum. But,
every once in awhile you can get a deal.
JOAT
Yes, it's my truck. No, I won''t help you move.
- Seen on a bumper sticker
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