Author: Munn, O.D. and Beach, A.E., eds
Title: Scientific American. A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vol. XXV. No. 9. August 26, 1871
Description: New York, Munn & Co. 1871. First edition. Paper wrappers, removed from a larger volume. [127-142] pp. Illus. with b/w engravings and drawings. 15 3/4" x 11". Folio. Lead article: Robinson's Magazine Breech Loading Rifle with four engravings by R. Ten Eyck (a New York engraver working between 1860 and 1900) and; New Light for the Use of Photographers; Improved Clamping Devices with three engravings. Contents: Adjustable Tension Razor Strop; Chrysalids and Cocoons; Improved Method of Drawing Patterns for Flaring Vessels; The New School of Mechanical Engineering at Hoboken; Tommasi's Flux Motor; all with engravings; plus other articles. A very good bright copy, with a light crease from middle fold, faint dampstain along inner margin.

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