The Bench Referenc evolved form the authors book Procedures and Formula. It contains clear and concise information on jewelry methods and problem solving. This compact format of book is meant for convenient use at the workbench, easy carrying in a coat pocket, or storage in a toolbox or desk drawer. It is a compilation of information vital to ever jeweler the kind of information that will increase efficiency. It can help the jeweler to work more independently of refiners and supply houses: using the information on alloying and reclaiming scrap, the jeweler can make many of his materials in his own workshop. The student selecting this book gains access to many professional tricks of the trade.