This is the handy reference I have been looking for. All the needed information in one place.

Easy to find the part I need.

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I wanted a book like this during my apprenticeship +15 odd years ago ,still useful now as it has loads of data that I'll be able to use and much more that I won't simply because it covers so much in the metal/engineering trade

Everything, there will be plenty in here that you'll need to know at some point or reference to

What ever company is punching the book out might need to sharpen their tools (maybe the next edition needs that page), I was slightly nervous pulling the pages apart at the wire binding as it took some force to separate them all

Use it all the time, getting back into the trade after some years and the common knowledge is not so common after some time. That is what the book is for, feeds and speeds, usefully formulas, names of inserts, etc.

Live the plastic coated pages. Always using it with dirty hands. Easy to wipe down.

Did not realize I ordered the large one. Personally like the smaller one better.

I cant believe I didnt find out about this book sooner, I use it all the time. Awesome amount of info and fits in your back pocket so you can have it close when you need it.

Well organized and easy to find what you need.

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Full of useful info in a small pocket sized book. Very handy in my industry.

Small and lots of information

Perfect pocket boot for a junior engineer

Has all the info you need

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I highly recommend this as a essential tool for any engineer.

Ease of use.

I highly recommend this as a essential tool for any engineer.

Ease of use.

If you’re in engineering, drafting, or manufacturing, I highly recommend this book. It saves time, improves accuracy, and is one of the best quick-reference guides out there. Definitely a must-have!

well-organized and easy to navigate
laminated pages, making it durable for workshop

Had the 2nd edition for many years, bought the 3rd one for my workshop.
Loads more information in 3rd edition.

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Excellent book for all in the trade. Perfect item to add to the new apprentice tool kit.

Near perfect solution for finding information relating to threads, speeds and feeds for drilling and turning. Keyway reference and alot more.

Not a con but it would be nice to have a section for the following, g-code reference table, formulas for milling.

A lot of information packed in a nearly indestructible format


The carbide insert identification is of major use

The Engineers Black Book 3rd Edition (Inch) is a fantastic resource for machinists, engineers, and hobbyists alike. This compact, pocket-sized reference manual packs a ton of practical information into 234 durable, grease-proof, and tear-resistant pages. The large-print edition makes it easy to read, with inch data clearly highlighted in blue and metric conversions in red for quick reference. It covers everything from drill sizes and tap charts to cutting speeds, insert designations, and common workshop metals—making it a go-to for both pros and amateurs.

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A wealth of information

A great book and souce of reference.

I absolutely love this book

Easy to find info

No cons..

Great book for me as apprentice

Has everything need to know

The index tabs… where do I put them, if I leave the yellow tab sticking out of a page it’s still sticky but that’s me reaching for a con guys keep it up

Well constructed book. Thick hard covers with durable coated paper.

It would be very helpful if there was a flyer that accompanied the tab labels telling you what page the label goes to. Even a online accessible reference would be helpful.

Keep one handy all the time and bought a stack of them for my team!

Have kept one of these handy for years there’s a plethora of information in them!