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  1. 29th June 2009, 04:05 PM #1
    Virgil
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    Default Unusual disston saws

    Hello folks.

    The saws aren't so unusual but I am interested by the medallions. Unlike most medallions these are a white metal plated steel rather than brass. They also feature the keystone motif and Disston - Disston not Disston - USA or Philada etc. Im' guessing 1950s and maybe a cheaper line than the D12s and Acme 120s. One is a handsasw, the other a No4 backsaw.

    I've checked out backsaws.net, Disstonian Institute and Vintage Saws and haven't come up with anything.

    Any ideas?

    Cheers,
    Virg.

    PS Missed a Disston mitre saw and box on ebay last night. Sniped in the last seven seconds. Had a slow connection and couldn't update quick enough. Spewin'!!!!
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  3. 29th June 2009, 05:43 PM #2
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    These are saws made by H K Porter after the takeover by Disston. The handles are usually awful, but the steel is likely to be ok. I have reworked a couple of handles into a reasonably comfortable fit - you can of course make replacement handles.

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    Peter Evans
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  4. 29th June 2009, 08:12 PM #3
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    I know what you mean by getting sniped Vergil, happened to me till i learnt to lie doggo till the last 5 seconds and and bang got yuh, gets a bit nerve racking Lloyd
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  5. 29th June 2009, 08:23 PM #4
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    Quote Originally Posted by bluegum30 View Post
    I know what you mean by getting sniped Vergil, happened to me till i learnt to lie doggo till the last 5 seconds and and bang got yuh, gets a bit nerve racking Lloyd
    You didn't acquire a 1904 mitre box yesterday did you????

    Cheers,
    Virg.

    PS Yes, Peter, the handles aren't the nicest things. Quite blocky. Dunno if I should reshape or just restore. I'm loath to modify old things too much. Must be careful I don't get called a collector... (Counted 14 handsaws and 6 backsaws in my garage this morning. I've been building my kit for about 6 months. Do I have a problem?)

    PPS Got the backsaw from a friend and the handsaw at the end of the last TTTG workshop on saw sharpening. Can't complain about the price.
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