Hydraulic Die Forming for Jewelers and Metalsmiths [Paperback] by Susan Kingsley

After all these years Metalsmith Susan Kingsley's book on the basics of hyraulic die forming for jewelers is still the go to source. This is the textbook on hydraulic die forming, the technique that employs a high pressure hydraulic press to shape metal. Clear, step-by-step instructions on everything from equipment, non conforming dies, conforming dies, blanking dies, and design inspiration. Find out how to make jewelry by blanking and forming with the assistance of a hydraulic press.