Drawing Room Kinks (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Colvin, Fred Herbert

 
9781330089293: Drawing Room Kinks (Classic Reprint)

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Drawing Room Kinks offers practical, era-tested guidance for machinists and draftsmen who want faster, more accurate jigs, fixtures, and drawings.


This edition compiles real-world tips from early 20th‑century engineering journals, presenting a concise, hands‑on approach to tool design and shop standardization. It emphasizes keeping tools in the chest or pocket, choosing ready parts, and applying simple, repeatable methods to improve quality and efficiency.


The book covers the standardization of small drilling jigs, with clear examples of open jigs, box jigs, and other common types. It explains how to select styles, carry stock castings, and design interchangeable parts to streamline production. The material stays practical and actionable, focusing on what works in a busy shop.



  • How to standardize jigs, fixtures, and small tool parts for economy and accuracy

  • Descriptions of open jigs, box jigs, and other common jig styles

  • Guidance on planning, clamping, and locating parts for repeatable results

  • Tips for keeping drawings clear, consistent, and suitable for patents


Ideal for readers who work with fixtures, milling and drilling setups, or drafting practice in machine shops and technical offices.

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