Vintage Norton Abrasives / Behr-Manning machinist and shop manuals dating from the 1940s–1950s.


This listing includes four original technical booklets related to grinding, sharpening, and abrasive use in machine shops and industrial settings.


Titles included:


• How to Sharpen – Behr-Manning

• Sandpaper – Its How and Why

• How to Use Truing and Dressing Tools for Better Grinding

• The Grinding Wheel – Its Care and Use – Norton Abrasives


These booklets were originally distributed as technical reference guides for machinists, shop workers, and trade schools. They include practical instruction along with illustrations, diagrams, and period industrial photography.


Condition


• All four manuals are complete and intact

• Typical age-related wear including edge wear and light cover wear

• Light soiling consistent with age and use

• No loose or missing pages noted


Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.


A great set of mid-century machinist reference material for collectors of industrial history, machinists, tool restorers, or Norton Abrasives memorabilia.


Items will be carefully packed and shipped via USPS Media Mail.

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