Workshop Practice Series 02: Vertical Milling in the Home Workshop

Focused mainly on English table-top mills, and their use in making model engines, this book is a tad parochial. However, it will help the novice machinist learn about milling procedures and how to set up jobs. Particularly useful is a table of RPM recommended for different cutters on different materials. I think authors coments about milling machines willhelp the novice with the selection of a machine - what to look for. I personally found it very helpful - I am just learning how to use my Clausing mill and this book will help. Small workshops, including those of model engineers, are making increasing use of small vertical milling machines. This revised edition describes many of the wide range of operations possible in clear and practical terms. Small workshops, including those of model engineers, are making increasing use of small vertical milling machines. This book explains how to use them (and lathe milling attachments) in clear terms.