Forging : Kessinger Publishing : 9781436850964 : 1436850967 : 29 Jun 2008 : Forging: Manual of Practical Instruction in Hand Forging of Wrought Iron, Machine Steel, and Tool Steel, Drop Forging, and Heat Treatment of Steel, Including Annealing, Hardening and Tempering is a comprehensive guide to the art of forging. Written by John Jernberg and originally published in 1919, this book provides detailed instructions and practical advice for anyone interested in working with metals.The book covers a wide range of topics related to forging, including the basics of blacksmithing, the properties of different types of steel, and the techniques used in drop forging. It also includes detailed instructions for heat treating steel, including annealing, hardening, and tempering.Throughout the book, Jernberg provides clear and concise explanations of each technique, accompanied by detailed illustrations and photographs. He also includes a number of practical projects that readers can undertake to im