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    Default Good Sawset for an absolute beginner

    I love collecting saws, but have never sharpened one. I want to try it out, but am not sure which sawset is the best. I've done some reading on the Internet and it appears that a Stanley 42X is the most recommended piece. I've checked out eBay and they are a bit more than I was hoping to spend. Any other good ones for a decent price out there?

    Also, there seems to be a difference of opinion on whether to sharpen and then set, or vice versa.

    What size saw file would work well for most saws?

    Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

    Dave

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    Just keep an eye out at markets etc for a saw set. I have seen saw sets (mostly Eclipse) for around for 5 - 10 dollars but it might take a little while for one to come up (In fact th I think the local hardware here has new one on their wall for 15. If your interested I can check it out for you). The Eclipse ones seem OK thats what I have.

    Mike

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    Hi Mike. You may not have noticed but Dave has posted from the USA.

    Dave. This link should answer most of your questions on sharpening a hand saw.

    Welcome to Vintage Saw's Saw Filing Treatise

    Stewie;

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    Quote Originally Posted by planemaker View Post
    Hi Mike. You may not have noticed but Dave has posted from the USA

    Stewie;
    Ah thanks Stewie no I didnt

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