Welcome to everyone interested in drafting and drawing instruments, and/or related tools and materials.
The Charter:
This group provides an open forum for people who collect and/or use these beautiful instruments. We're here to exchange information, history, techniques, news, and anecdotes on all aspects of the subject. While many members are collectors, anyone with an interest in the subject is welcome to participate. We are always interested in hearing from people who have used these instruments and materials in their careers.
The Disclaimer:
We only moderate membership. Messages are unmoderated, and I hope to keep it that way, so please exercise common sense and courtesy. You are welcome to post messages about items for sale or swap, but please refrain from using this forum to promote auctions or other commercial operations. Please note that any offensive, commercial, or off-topic posts will be deleted without notice.
Harrie is having difficulty accessing this group, and asked me to post this... Dear Ronbo717, Look at the logo 'Compas perfectionnés'. On the left is a little
I forgot to say hello and thanks for letting me in the group.I collect odd tools here and there.I have not done any drafting for about 20 years,but I love the
I found Howard Dawes book "Instruments of the Imagination" welcome but frustrating. Books on drawing instruments are very few, and any new book is welcome.
Howard Dawes, an English collector has published a book on architectural drawing instruments that is a must have if you collect drawing instruments (unless you