1949 Mr. Fix It: Complete Book of Home Repair & Improvement by Popular Mechanics | 1949 Vintage Handyman Manual | | Bixley Shop

A "complete encyclopedia for home, workshop, and garden," Mr. Fix It, published by Popular Mechanics magazine in 1949, was no doubt a timely publication for veterans returning from WWII and settling down into peaceful domestic life. A 512 page homeowners "bible," filled with articles, illustrations, and black & white photographs, sections include:

Inside Home Maintenance & Improvements
Painting, Decorating, and Fimishing
Electricity & Plumbing
Heating & Insulation
Outside Home Maintenance, Lawn & Garden
Woodworking
The Home Workshop

BIXLEY NOTES
• Mr. Fix It: Complete Book of Home Repair & Improvements
• Published by Popular Mechanics, 1949
• FIRST EDITION
• Hardcover with dust jacket
• Black & white photos, diagrams, line-drawings, etc.
• Measures 9 3/8" x 6 1/4"

VINTAGE NOTES
• In great condition
• Hardcovers show almost no wear, a slight bit of discoloration
• Dust jacket is distressed with creases and tears along the edges (see photographs)
• Pages have yellowed a tiny bit, but appear clean and unmarked

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