Scientific American. A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vol. XXV. No. 4. July 22, 1871.
New York: Munn & Co., 1871. [47-62] pp. Illus. with b/w engravings and drawings. 15 3/4" x 11". Folio. Paper wrappers, removed from a larger volume. First edition. A very good copy, leaves browned, light crease from middle fold, thin dampstain to lower margin. Item #42299
Lead article: The Estes Steam Engine with five engravings, the largest by R. Ten Eyck (a New York engraver working between 1860 and 1900). Content: Fowler's Improved Method of Adjusting Eccentrics; Improved Hot Air Register; King's "Valveless" Engine; Nelson's Reversible Window Sash; Oiling Sheaves; Pappelendam's Metallic Tiles; Self-Acting Brick Machine; all with engravings; plus other articles.
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