Sneak peak : Latest backsaw build.

[swagman]

Its always a good time to raise the profile of saw making.

Here is the latest backsaw I am working on. At this stage the handle shape is finished and I have applied a seal coat of amber shellac .

The handle wood is Tas. Tiger Myrtle. The saw plate is 0.025 gauge; 16 inches in length; and 3 1/2 inches in depth below the hardback.

Stewie;

 

[undergroundhunter]

wow that is stunning.

Matt

 

[Mr_P]

Your usual very high standard =D>

I'm working on an old Sorby saw at the moment and trying to decide whether to cut the teeth on the new saw plate first or after its fitted to the old brass back and handle.

Looks like you do it afterwards. Does it damage the teeth if you do it before ? Thwacking it into the brass back ?

 

[swagman]

Your usual very high standard =D>

I'm working on an old Sorby saw at the moment and trying to decide whether to cut the teeth on the new saw plate first or after its fitted to the old brass back and handle.

Looks like you do it afterwards. Does it damage the teeth if you do it before ? Thwacking it into the brass back ?

Hi Mr_P. In your case, I would recommend you fit the brass back before you file the teeth.

The brass backs I use are all machined to a slide fit tolerance. I don't have to bang them on like you do with a folded back.

Stewie;

 

[swagman]

wow that is stunning.

Matt

Thanks Matt. I should have mentioned the saw bolt heads are only marked with pencil to help identify their position on the handle.

Stewie;

 

[swagman]

The shaping of the brass hardback is complete. The brass surface still requires a light sanding.

Stewie;

 

[IHc1vtr+]

That is a work of art, Well done sir.

 

[swagman]

Saw teeth have been filed and set. 11 tpi ; 10* rake ; rip profile.

Stewie;

 

[swagman]

Another backsaw finished.

Completed some test cuts with the saw. Super.

Time to move on to the next project.

Stewie;

 

[matthewwh]

If it cuts as well as it looks it will be a real treat!

Fantastic work Stewie.

 

[Ed Bray]

Great looking Saw, would look nice next to the Skelton Dovetail saw that is being made for me at this moment.

 

[matthewwh]

8) 8) 8)

 

[Owl]

What beautiful looking wood and superb craftsmanship. =D>

 

[Berncarpenter]

Stunning looking saw , love it Got to agree with Ed it looks like its in the same league as the Skelton . Look forward to your next project Stewie

Cheers Bern

 

[G S Haydon]

Very nicely done.

 

[swagman]

If it cuts as well as it looks it will be a real treat!

Fantastic work Stewie.

Thanks Matt. Would you expect me to produce a backsaw that would not cut as well as it looks. :shock:

 

[swagman]

Great looking Saw, would look nice next to the Skelton Dovetail saw that is being made for me at this moment.

Thanks Ed. Who said this saw wasn't for sale. And at a price that's cheaper than the dt you mentioned.

 

[swagman]

Stunning looking saw , love it Got to agree with Ed it looks like its in the same league as the Skelton . Look forward to your next project Stewie

Cheers Bern

Thanks Bern. Open handles are much easier to shape.

 

[n0legs]

Fair play Stewie that's beautiful =D>
More please

 

[Harbo]

Lovely on all counts

Rod