Compton, Alfred G. (Alfred George), 1835-1913 · New York : J. Wiley & Sons · leaf 39
und. Do not make the points too long. If the taper extends beyond Fig. 17, it will weaken the hook. Be careful not to burn the points. Finish them smooth, cold. Then, heating one end to redness, lay it on the horn at the middle of one half, or a little nearer to the middle of the piece, as at Fig.… … ment by the eye than wood- work. It is not possible to mark out your work with rule and square. You must estimate without the
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