Practical Casting: A Studio Reference

by Tim McCreight

Practical Casting explains the many aspects of small scale casting with clarity and comprehension. Beginners will enjoy the concise descriptions and hundreds of drawings. Advanced craftspeople will find tables and tricks that make their work faster and better. As a textbook to supplement studio classes, this book surpasses anything available. Early chapters describe the traditional lost wax method from model-making to investing and burnout to the casting itself. Later chapters teach sand casting, cuttlefish and charcoal casting, and the use of rubber molds. A separate chapter is devoted to bronze casting and includes information on making a hollow wax model, designing gating systems and methods of building a burnout furnace.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Art, Jewellery

122 pages, Spiral-bound

First published January 1, 1986

Reviews

[Ligaya · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a good introduction to casting for jewelry makers. I only had (easy) access to this 1986 edition, not realizing that it was updated. The author assumes some knowledge of metalworking and model making. Drawings are hand done and some could illustrate the processes better.

[Coger Ethan · Rating 4 out of 5]

My friend in materials engineering said this was pretty comprehensive and it worked for pewter.

[andrew moquin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good Read for Beginners

The author is passionate about the craft, it shows in his writing. I enjoyed it and as a newbie to precious metal casting this was a good place to start.

[James · Rating 3 out of 5]

This has a fair amount of information on making wax masters, burning out investment (hi temp plaster) and some low tech approaches for casting small non-ferrous parts. I payed $8.70 for my copy many years back. A very good introduction to various aspects of casting.