This part describes such tools and materials as are required for the work in this course, except such tools as the pupil has become familiar with in his use of the author's previous publication, entitled Elementary Woodwork.

Work at the bench in every case should precede the study of turning. There are many points about the use of tools which must be understood in order to do turning properly, and which can be learned much better by working at the bench.

The number of tools described is the minimum rather than the maximum number which may be used in wood turning. For doing the work on supplementary and fancy pieces, many special tools might be used. The use of these tools, however, requires no additional instruction, as they are only modifications in form of those described and used in the various examples which have been given. One who has executed all of the models illustrated in Parts 1 and 2 should understand how to proceed in turning any but the most difficult work.

The materials for finishing are properly limited to the least number possible. Those who desire a larger variety of finishes should consult a work devoted entirely to finishing and polishing.