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Hinges and Hinge-Based Catches for Jewelers and Goldsmiths - Charles Lewton-Brain

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Explore hinges and hinge-like mechanisms in a thorough, wide-ranging, straight analysis by one of the best. This easy-to-read volume, written by Charles Lewton-Brain, includes an extensive discussion of the history, generics, classes of hinges and guiding principles. Troubleshoot design issues and learn tube-making, hinge-pin types, lubrication options and more

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

John I. ★★★★★

After struggling with homemade catch mechanisms for years, the thorough analysis on different hinge types here finally clarified what I was doing wrong. I especially appreciated the straight breakdown of barrel hinge construction, which I applied to my last three bracelet commissions.

John I. ★★★★★

I’ve been working through the detailed diagrams in the book, and they make even complex hinge mechanisms feel straightforward. The straight analysis style really cuts through the noise, perfect for goldsmiths looking to refine their technique.

Michael D. ★★★★★

The chapter on making hinges from tubing finally explained why my earlier attempts kept binding. Lewton-Brain's diagrams are clear enough that I soldered my first working knuckle hinge the same weekend.