Scientific American. A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vol. XXIV. No. 9. February 25, 1871.
New York: Munn & Co., 1871. [127-142] pp. Illus. with b/w engravings and drawings. 15 3/4" x 11". Folio. Paper wrappers, removed from a larger volume. First edition. Clean and bright with small light dampstain to inner margin; a very good copy. Item #42278
Lead articles: Lenz's Improved Extension Table with two engravings, the larger by R. Ten Eyck (a New York engraver working between 1860 and 1900); Elastic Metallic Rocking Chair. Contents: Improvement in Printers Quoins; Pyrometer; Perpetual Motion; W. Mattieu Williams on the Besemer Process; Improved Section Tubular Steam Boiler; Hand Sewing Machine; all with engravings; plus other articles.
Price: $50.00
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