Scientific American. A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vol. XXV. No. 16. October 14, 1871.
New York: Munn & Co., 1871. [239-254] 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, mail fold, dampstain on top edge, small chip to top corner, soiled spot on front page, long tear along inner margin to last leaf. Item #42310
Lead article: Bessemer's Heavy Ordnance with seven engravings. Contents: Bain's Portable Buildings; Combined Safety Valve, Governor, etc.; Improved Carpenter's Bench; Improved Pressure Recorder; Variation of a Plumb Line from the Perpendicular; Warner and Payne's Door Lock; all with engravings; plus other articles.
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