Welding Basics: An Introduction to Practical & Ornamental Welding

The book provides a basic footing in welding. I simply used the book to develop a working vocabulary before I began learning how to weld.

I thought this book was worth reading. Yes, I've read the other reviews that said it was too simplified and for idiots but for someone who has never welded, or like me has not welded since high school, it covers the basics. It gives a good comparison of different technologies (Oxy, SMAW, MIG, TIG and plasma) the pros/cons of each. No, this book will not teach you how to weld like a pro but it is a good starting point if you want to learn about the various technologies or trying to decide what type of welder you want or need to get started. The Welder's Handbook (Finch) is also a good beginner's guide.

Excellent book for beginners. Well written and illustrated. Covers all basic modes of welding and brazing. Invaluable for my TAFE NSW (OZ) course.

Good colorful pictures to start off with. This book mostly explains about welding projects such as making a welding table and ornamental accents. Good book to buy for the first timer interested in welding. For the advanced I would skip on to another publisher.

The author tells you upfront that he assumes you already know welding and that this book is a refresher for those that have not done welding in some time. The photos alone are worth the cost - they are superb - the list of projects is excellent as well. This would not be the only book I'd own on welding but it sure would be one of them because a picture is worth a thousand words!