A smashed 1905 book press gets a second life, plus 10 shop projects worth building.

Published 6 days ago • 1 min read
Hey folks, Today’s new video is a little different, and I think you’re really going to enjoy it. A friend of ours, book conservator Noah Smutz, found a vintage book press at auction, built in 1905 by Hickok Manufacturing, and it should have been the perfect addition to his shop. This thing was made for serious work, preserving rare books, Bibles, and manuscripts. Unfortunately, shipping had other plans. Helpful Links from the Video Hybrid Woodworking Book Carbon Method Carbon Coat Kit Bench...