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Delve into the fascinating world of craftsmanship with insights from Dom Chinea, as he explores over 120 essential machines used by top artisans and heritage craftspeople. This book highlights the intricate tools and techniques that define various crafts, offering a unique glimpse into the artistry and skill behind each creation. Perfect for enthusiasts of craftsmanship and design, it celebrates the machines that play a vital role in preserving traditional skills and enhancing creativity.

Focusing on the history and versatility of 140 essential tools, this illustrated book explores their significance in both industrial and artisan contexts. Highlighting the workshop of expert craftsman Dom Chinea from BBC's The Repair Shop, it showcases the unique appeal and functionality of each tool. Readers will discover how these objects inspire creativity, repair, and improvement, reflecting the innate human appreciation for hardware. The book celebrates the journey of tools from industrial workhorses to intricate artisan instruments, emphasizing their endless possibilities.

A must-read for makers, tinkerers, fixers and creators, The Repair Shop's Dominic Chinea shares his knowledge and enthusiasm for the history and practical uses of tools. A tool is an object with endless possibilities. Contained within each item is the chance to create, to inspire, to repair and improve. It's no wonder that scientific studies have shown humans are hardwired to appreciate hardware. This book is a celebration of both that potential and our reverence, exploring more than 150 incredible tools, their history, their unique appeal and how they are used by creative people to make just about anything. From the workhorses designed to fuel the industrial revolution to the specialist tools that allow highly skilled artisans to produce ornate creations, this book shines a light on the most interesting tools found in the workshop of expert craftsman Dom Chinea. With each entry accompanied by a stunning illustration, this book will become a trusted reference for all creators and craftspeople.