The Moscow mule was developed as a marketing gimmick when three friends created a drink that used the products they were each creating. A copper mug held a drink containing lime, ginger beer, and vodka. The drink was a hit, and now most people use copper mugs when drinking this summer beverage. I, however, got […]
Category: Equipment and Book Reviews
Things we use or read to make DGW homestead work better.
Stainless Steel Chainmail Scrubber Review
As you know I cook with cast iron quite a bit – daily actually. However, as much as I love my dutch oven and cast iron skillets, I HATE cleaning them. So when I saw a program to review a chainmail scrubber designed to clean cast iron skillets without removing the seasoning I had […]
Metal Casting: A Sand Casting Manual for the Small Foundry, Volume 2
The Sand Casting Manual, Volume 2, continues with solidification of metals and why it matters. Specifics of aluminum, copper alloys, brass and bronze are discussed along with solution heat treatment and precipitation hardening. Ductile and gray cast iron are covered. Gating systems, filters, chills and risers are described along with the design of proper gating […]
Metal Casting: A Sand Casting Manual for the Small Foundry, Vol. 1
In A Sand Casting Manual for the Small Foundry, Vol. 1 you will learn how to cast metal in sand molds using simple techniques and readily available materials. Steve Chastain, a Mechanical and Materials Engineer, shows the beginner how to make a sand mold and then how to hone your skill to produce high quality […]
The Tactical Shotgun
The Tactical Shotgun Suarez gives you his second book on tactical weapons. Gabe Suarez sets the record straight on the true role of the shotgun in combat. He shows you what you need to know to defend your home, family or business, including multiple hostiles, low-light situations, moving targets and more. For those that don’t […]