Machinery's Handbook: Large Print 31st Edition

I've been machining for a while, mostly hobby, somewhat professional, but never could convince myself to spend the money on this book. I finally did thinking it might be something I pull out like once a year, but that one time would be clutch. I've probably opened it at least once a week seeking random information it actually had and I'm very happy to have it. I'm not sure the guide was worth the extra money.

This book has a ton of info and is essentially printed on dictionary paper. The normal size print is way to small (I have decent eyes) so I recommend the large print

My husband wanted a comprehensive reference guide for his work. He is really pleased with this purchase. Its as large as my unabridged dictionary but he sees that as a good thing :) I'm very pleased that it was packaged as if the seller expected the package to be damaged and took precautions to make sure the book came out unscathed. I was very worried when I saw the, not unsubstantial, packaging damage (someone with weight lifting abilities really tossed this thing around). I was very relieved that the book was not damaged.

It is the standard, it is the Bible of manufacturing. I had an older edition as a machinist. I misplaced it, I am extremely happy that I have the new one. I’ve used it as a reference in engineering. The knowledge in this book, the many years of evolution in this book is astounding.

Bought this for my son who is a mechanical engineering student. He said they should spend a whole year just teaching out of this book and we would have much better engineers.

I'm getting into model steam engines and I've found this book to be the most useful engineering reference book I've found.So many formulas, and so much "inside information".I just wish I could instantly upload all that data into my brain, just like The Matrix movie. Ha!The Hardcover Large Print version is really the only one to buy, as it's much more a proper reference book than a pocket guide.Text size does matter for ease of use in a reference book, with book size and weight almost inconsequential. "There's nothing like a good tomb for reading, right?"Only down side is that packing of this weighty book leaves much to be desired by the supplier, leaving dented hardcover corners when delivered. That privilege should be afforded to the buyer in their concrete floored workshop.....Ha!Anthony.

It's a very good book with a lot of useful information, but do yourself a favor and make sure you get the large print version!

For my engineer student son. Great reference book.

Came all intact but plastic wrap was broken. So, probable freebee was removed. :))))If the Guide is useful - to be determined yet.

Wow, Dans cet oeuvre, ce que vous cherchez vous le trouverai...dans le domaine du machinage et des travaux métallurgiques sur métaux. Vraiment complet comme ouvrage de référence.

lo compre por que tengo un taller y es útil

Prachtig nuttig boek; veel tabellen zijn wel in inches en moet je dus omrekenen. Ook zijn de letters vrij klein. Maar een bijbel is het zeker, 3000 pagina's naslagwerk.

Bought for engineer as it was top of his 'want' list. Small size makes it easy to take in hand luggage when travelling.