Tools Rare and Ingenious

By Sandor Nagyszalanczy

Tools Rare and Ingenious expands on Sandor Nagyszalanczy’s acclaimed book The Art of Fine Tools by offering a world tour of objects that rarely leave the private vaults of collectors. In more than 375 color photographs, the author presents tools ranging from calipers that mimic dancing ballerinas to a carved breast drill that’s shaped like a violin and, astonishingly, outfitted with a bow. Some tools glitter with silver and jewels, others are inspiring in their simplicity. Included in this fascinating history are makers’ marks and logos, jewelry-like miniature tools, patent and prototype models, and elaborate presentation tools that were created as awards or gifts. A breathtakingly beautiful book.

216 pages. Illustrated w/color photos by the author. 9-1/2 x 10. Hard cover. $37.00. (2004) ISBN 1561586560