Chains chainmaking de fogg charles (6 resultados)

paperback. Condición: Very Good. Minor wear, stapled binding, a couple of small chips on rear cover, internally clean. An illustrated study of the traditional British chainmaking industry, concentrating on the skilled ironworkers of England's Black Country, particularly Cradley Heath in Worcestershire.The book examines the history and techniques of hand-forged chainmaking, from early manufacturing methods to the development of mechanized production. It documents the tools, workshops, chain designs, and specialized skills involved in this once-important British industry.Of particular historical interest is the discussion of working conditions among nineteenth-century chainmakers, including the employment of women and children, low wages, physically demanding labor, and the dangerous conditions of domestic chain workshops.Illustrated throughout with historical photographs, diagrams, and examples of different chain types, including agricultural chains, harness fittings, industrial chains, and specialized links.The photographs include nineteenth-century chainshops, Cradley chainmakers, traditional forging methods, and preserved workshops at the Avoncroft Museum of Buildings and Black Country Museum.Author Charles Fogg researched the industry through surviving historic workshops and firsthand assistance from former chainmaker Clarry Johnson.An excellent reference for collectors and researchers interested in British industrial history, blacksmithing, traditional metalworking, labor history, historic trades, and the industrial heritage of the West Midlands.…

Condición: Good. Volume 69. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This is a pamphlet. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,150grams, ISBN:0852635613.

Paperback. Condición: Used; Good.

Paperback. Condición: Good. The area of England known as the Black Country has a rich heritage in the chain trade due to its plentiful resources of coal and iron. In the nineteenth century thousands of tons of chain were hand-made here each week. This book explores the long history and gruelling methods of chain production and delves into the experiences of the men, women and children who spent their lives slaving over dangerous furnaces to produce many varieties and sizes of chain. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The area of England known as the Black Country has a rich heritage in the chain trade due to its plentiful resources of coal and iron. In the nineteenth century thousands of tons of chain were hand-made here each week. This book explores the long history and gruelling methods of chain production and delves into the experiences of the men, women and children who spent their lives slaving over dangerous furnaces to produce many varieties and sizes of chain. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: VG+. 1st Edition. Book is in very good plus condition with very minor signs of wear and/or age.