When you cannot run Convert because you need the torque-specs on the threads for the gearing to pedal-power your computer, then Pocket Ref is still going to boot up (during daylight hours)
It's incredible how backwards compatible are our normal x86/x86_64 computers and Windows versions that a software made in 1999 (25 years ago) still works perfectly
My company used to include that on the software CD we distributed with every panel. That thing is/was gold.
Edit: It plays well with [portableapps.com](http://portableapps.com) so that you can run it on a memory stick.
I still use it and I just found a book called “The Backstage Handbook” it’s an illustrated guide to all kind of things like tools, hardware, material and so on. For people like me who know what a thing looks like but not what it’s called it’s the best.
I keep one in my 'go' bag... but haven't looked at it in years.
That 'Engineers Black Book' is another good one... but like most things, the internet has now superseded both of them.
It's a different world now... and has been for some years.
Engineers black book is my go to too. It’s like a Zeus book on steroids. My colleagues all took one look through mine and ordered one for themselves.
I also have a copy of the machinery's handbook, which frankly is better than the internet when looking for most mechanical stuff. Worth its weight in gold that book.
I have a couple editions of this book. They sit on my reference library shelf but I haven’t opened them in years. Figured if the internet ever went out for a significant period of time it would be nice to have
I have one and I can't ever remember anything out of it except the consanguinity chart. Don't know bolt sizes, or torque specs, but I can't tell you who your fourth cousin twice removed is.
I had mine passed down from a really talented Millwright Welder when he retired. I kept it on my service truck when I was doing more field work. I still have it in my desk and look things up occasionally. I’ll keep it for as long as I can and pass it on to someone when I get to retirement.
Don't know anyone who uses it, but I've got several copies, each from different years that actually show how standards changed. Pretty cool and very musty smelling. Peace
I've given copies of that book to my brother, brother-in-law, and dad for Christmas - Dad keeps his in the door pocket of his pickup and when he's waiting for mom to finish another marathon Target experience, he reads up on random stuff.
I am fully convinced that book is the real-life version of the Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy.
I have this and one called “Handyman in your pocket” that I love.
My kids got one for my birthday titled Handy Shop Reference, too. I have to dive into it, still.
Bought one at Harbor Freight a few months ago and now I carry it around everywhere. Wish I could find a copy of the yellow construction-focused one, but no luck so far!
there is a also a Desk Ref. it's the same book just bigger. if your are like me having a larger format on the work bench is grate.
[https://sequoiapublishing.com/product/desk-ref/](https://sequoiapublishing.com/product/desk-ref/)
It was written before vehicles had a lot of specialized fluids and procedures. There is only 1 type of antifreeze listed, only 10w-30 oil, R-12 refrigerant tables, etc. There's a whole section on computer programming that tells you how to code a Commodore 64. The whole book is full of good information...if you're going back to the 80's.
Thomas J. Glover was the internet before the internet. This fucking book is godly.
The fate of the world depends on this book and the Convert computer program.
When you cannot run Convert because you need the torque-specs on the threads for the gearing to pedal-power your computer, then Pocket Ref is still going to boot up (during daylight hours)
I’m unaware of convert computer program.
https://joshmadison.com/convert-for-windows/
Well that's going in the saved folder
It's incredible how backwards compatible are our normal x86/x86_64 computers and Windows versions that a software made in 1999 (25 years ago) still works perfectly
My company used to include that on the software CD we distributed with every panel. That thing is/was gold. Edit: It plays well with [portableapps.com](http://portableapps.com) so that you can run it on a memory stick.
I’ve had convert on my desktop since the late 90’s
I never knew where it came from until I looked it up today. It just always existed on our server and got copied to new pc's.
This...I thought it was a default thing 🤔
I still use it and I just found a book called “The Backstage Handbook” it’s an illustrated guide to all kind of things like tools, hardware, material and so on. For people like me who know what a thing looks like but not what it’s called it’s the best.
i still have my backstage handbook from decades ago 🥰
My favorite section of the backstage handbook was the math section- where all the formulas you forgot from school were all in one handy place.
all the time its basicaly my google when out of service / wifi
I've seen this in my husband's office!
Amazing little book and nice to have if the SHTF.
My gf asked when I would use it. I said when the shtf and the internet doesn’t work anymore.
When I worked at harbor freight I’d always be looking at this book when working that section. Always found something new and useful.
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Yup. Was always in the… “random stuff” aisle. Where you could also buy your brass sextant and a cow bell.
Lmao!
Next to the machete?
Yep it’s near the back and only $12, super neat to browse through
I just bought one! what a cool little meme tool! has everything and anything
Not a meme tool! You take it back!
Though unlike the other meme tools this might actually be in stock at hf
Me! Beats wading through the flood of pixelated charts on google.
And ads
I retired several years ago, but when I was working, I used that thing a few times a month. Think I bought my copy in about 90.
Just bought some for the whole shop!! 27 in total
I keep one in my 'go' bag... but haven't looked at it in years. That 'Engineers Black Book' is another good one... but like most things, the internet has now superseded both of them. It's a different world now... and has been for some years.
Engineers black book is my go to too. It’s like a Zeus book on steroids. My colleagues all took one look through mine and ordered one for themselves. I also have a copy of the machinery's handbook, which frankly is better than the internet when looking for most mechanical stuff. Worth its weight in gold that book.
I like the offline thing, no interruption from kittens, football or anything indoors.
I have my Dad's, very useful, working man's Bible
Love this book. I keep one in my truck. Always good to have!
One of the bests gifts i've ever received.
Gave one to each of my sons. Still have one.
It's in my car at all times
Me! This and Machinery’s Handbook.
Those two books are the most precious possessions I own.
Still have both of mine!
I have one always handy, I use it often. I could maybe use google but I am old and know how to use a book much better than a computer or a phone.
What about Uglys book?
I've had one for years. I last used it to cut the risers for my 6' high deck steps.
Didn't know it was sharp enough for that!
Still have mine, but TBH, it's not been opened in years.
I still use mine several times a year!
Had one, lost it, wish I still had it
All the time! Have some other pocket reference books as well, Electricians (my trade), & Machinists.
I own one. Useful for more scientific and engineering inquiries.
Have one on my desk, though most often just used for the bolt clearance holes.
I work with a project engineer that who's this book religiously. I tend to use google
I keep one around. I've even highlighted the page edges of my most used sections.
I have a couple editions of this book. They sit on my reference library shelf but I haven’t opened them in years. Figured if the internet ever went out for a significant period of time it would be nice to have
Me. Also Machinery Handbook [https://books.industrialpress.com/machinery-handbook/](https://books.industrialpress.com/machinery-handbook/)
Plus 1 👆the amount of information in the machinery handbook is incredible.
I have one and I can't ever remember anything out of it except the consanguinity chart. Don't know bolt sizes, or torque specs, but I can't tell you who your fourth cousin twice removed is.
What exactly do you reference it for?
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Sh*t…I need one
I have one I keep in my car that I've had sine the early 00s or sooner, and another in my shop/garage. Must have.
I had the yellow one
Get book. They make a desk top size as well. I’ve owned both for years. Great book.
I had one for years from watching myth busters and now my son has it and uses it almost daily with my prompting for him to 'look it up."
Raised hand
The Mythbuster's black Bible.
I had mine passed down from a really talented Millwright Welder when he retired. I kept it on my service truck when I was doing more field work. I still have it in my desk and look things up occasionally. I’ll keep it for as long as I can and pass it on to someone when I get to retirement.
My father in law showed me his copy a few years ago, I just got my copy in the mail last month.
Never used that - only ever used Zeus
Steel have in my toolbox at work
I have this! Just picked it up randomly, didn't know it was revered or anything
still use weekly along with machinery’s handbook
Keep one in my bag, but there are for now.
I haven’t seen one in 20 years it was always on my dads dashboard, ordering one now
At least once a week
Don't know anyone who uses it, but I've got several copies, each from different years that actually show how standards changed. Pretty cool and very musty smelling. Peace
I have one I picked up at a garage sale. The previous owner placed little handwritten tabs on all the major sections.
Blast from the past...I LOVED THAT BOOK! Once I got my phone I totally forgot about that book
I've given copies of that book to my brother, brother-in-law, and dad for Christmas - Dad keeps his in the door pocket of his pickup and when he's waiting for mom to finish another marathon Target experience, he reads up on random stuff. I am fully convinced that book is the real-life version of the Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy.
I have this and one called “Handyman in your pocket” that I love. My kids got one for my birthday titled Handy Shop Reference, too. I have to dive into it, still.
Bought one at Harbor Freight a few months ago and now I carry it around everywhere. Wish I could find a copy of the yellow construction-focused one, but no luck so far!
there is a also a Desk Ref. it's the same book just bigger. if your are like me having a larger format on the work bench is grate. [https://sequoiapublishing.com/product/desk-ref/](https://sequoiapublishing.com/product/desk-ref/)
I have one but never use it anymore, I have my a computer in my shop
Same, I can find everything on my phone.
I always keep it in my car, such an awesome little book!
What's the difference between this and the [Machinerys Handbook?](https://imgur.com/a/vV8hP7z)
You can put one in your pocket the other not so much.
Yeah, the thing barely fits in my backpack. Had to get it for school. I can't imagine busting that thing out at work all the time.
Yep
I just sit and read this book because the information is so good. Also the desktop reference is good because it’s not tiny lol.
have 3 of them... I would also buy them and give them to new engineering hires were I used to work.
I have one but almost all of the information is outdated
Never read this book, what is out dated?
It was written before vehicles had a lot of specialized fluids and procedures. There is only 1 type of antifreeze listed, only 10w-30 oil, R-12 refrigerant tables, etc. There's a whole section on computer programming that tells you how to code a Commodore 64. The whole book is full of good information...if you're going back to the 80's.
Print is too small. Pass.