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Vintage Dad\'s Publications Carpentry Manuals Set 1950 Rafter Stair Mail Envelope
Vintage Dad\'s Publications Carpentry & Building Manuals Set (3 manuals and 2 original envelopes)
Mid-century carpentry trade manuals published by Dad\'s Publications (Seattle, WA) circa 1949–1950. This lot features three distinct pocket guides and two of the original envelopes.
These guides were highly prized by mid-century construction workers for making fast, precise calculations directly on the job site.
included:
\"Dad\'s\" Full Length Rafter Tables (Revised Edition):Pocket manual featuring complete pre-calculated tables for roof framing, pitch calculations, and precise rafter cuts.
\"Dad\'s\" Carpentry Estimating and Lumber Figuring:Comprehensive guide loaded with estimation worksheets, calculation factors, and lumber board-foot formulas.
\"Dad\'s\" Stair Carriage and Stringer Layouts:Visual, step-by-step layout instruction booklet for laying out stringers, risers, and stair carriages.
Two authentic vintage tan paper envelopes matching the Rafter Tables and Stair Carriages manuals, featuring the original stamped address:1512 Market Street, Seattle 7, Washington
Great addition to any collection of Americana, historical tool catalogs, or architectural ephemera!
Books are pre-owned, and have minor stains or markings from being used. Please view pictures for detailed condition.
