Bookbinding and the Conservation of Books
A Dictionary of Descriptive Terminology

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sighting

The procedure of observing where the finishing tool is to be impressed or "struck." Sighting is usually done over the top of the shank of the tool. It is not an uncommon practice to file a notch in the top edge of the shank to give a better view of the letter or ornament.




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