The second edition,
like the first, is a book of specially selected articles from three
of the outstanding carriage journals of the late 19th and early 20th
centuries. In this edition, however, there are many more illustrations,
and more working drawings for builders. There is a glossary of terms
for sleighs and sleigh parts, and a new section with essays on early
sleighs and sleighing.
The book covers
almost every imaginable type of sleigh: Albany (or swell-body), Portland
cutters, speeding cutters, multi-passenger, box-body, traps and sporting
sleighs, Canadian, rumble-seat, cabriolets, vis-à-vis, closed-body,
and more. Not only are these various sleighs fully illustrated with
detailed line drawings, but full descriptions are given covering dimensions,
materials used, trim, and painting details. There are also sections
that provide valuable information on sleigh construction, ironing,
body design, painting, and trimming. Altogether, an invaluable resource.
265
pages. 8-1/2" x 11". Profusely illustrated. Soft cover. © 2003.
ISBN: 931626073.
Order Number: AP073. Price: $29.95
"THE
book for anyone wanting information on reconstructing an heirloom
sleigh or glimpses of the past." Fine Tool Journal
"Covers
nearly every type of sleigh with beautiful illustrations and
full descriptions. Compiled from 18th & 19th century carriage
journals." The Gristmill
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