Thread: Another backsaw finsihed.

Very nice I like the extra detail on the bottom of the handle. The step in the horn??

Originally Posted by DSEL74

Very nice I like the extra detail on the bottom of the handle. The step in the horn??

The step was a bit of an experiment. Wasn't sure how it was going to turn out. Stewie.

Originally Posted by planemaker

The step was a bit of an experiment. Wasn't sure how it was going to turn out. Stewie.

I reakon that design is a keeper! Congrats

Thanks DSEL74.

That's very nice. The handle and rear of the blade is neat and balanced - good work!

How does it cut?

Cheers,
B-D.

Noice

and the wood is?

Originally Posted by Blue-deviled

That's very nice. The handle and rear of the blade is neat and balanced - good work!

How does it cut?

Cheers,
B-D.

Very nice indeed.

Originally Posted by Sawdust Maker

Noice

and the wood is?

Hi Nick. The wood used is Makore.

Stunning work Stewie, just when I think you've hit the pinnacle, you come out and top it again.

Your saw handles are becoming works of art.

Regards
Ray

Originally Posted by planemaker

Very nice indeed.

Excellent!

Hi Stewie

I like this handle. The proportions are excellent, as usual. I was not mad about your previous design with the flaring horns, and mentioned that to you before. What you have done here with the steps in the horns is not something I have seen before, and it adds I interesting touch, one that does not impinge. I am undecided about the cutouts at rear of the cheek. They are also well done and attractive, but it may be a case of too many features and the design gets too busy. If it was to be one or the other, I'd keep the steps and drop the cutouts.

I am interested in how the Makore worked (I have a big pile ready for either a chair or a desk). I have heard that it is very abrasive - more so than Jarrah? And also the dust can create allergies - did you use any special protection?

Regards from Perth

Derek

Originally Posted by RayG

Stunning work Stewie, just when I think you've hit the pinnacle, you come out and top it again.

Your saw handles are becoming works of art.

Regards
Ray

Thanks Ray. After giving the teeth a final sharpen I decided to reshape the heel of the blade slightly so it flows much more smoothly into the lambs tongue. It gives the saw a more professional finish. Stewie.

That looks bloody sensational, i'd sure like to cut some timber with it.

Steve

Originally Posted by derekcohen

Hi Stewie

I like this handle. The proportions are excellent, as usual. I was not mad about your previous design with the flaring horns, and mentioned that to you before. What you have done here with the steps in the horns is not something I have seen before, and it adds I interesting touch, one that does not impinge. I am undecided about the cutouts at rear of the cheek. They are also well done and attractive, but it may be a case of too many features and the design gets too busy. If it was to be one or the other, I'd keep the steps and drop the cutouts.

I am interested in how the Makore worked (I have a big pile ready for either a chair or a desk). I have heard that it is very abrasive - more so than Jarrah? And also the dust can create allergies - did you use any special protection?

Regards from Perth

Derek

Thank you for your thoughts on this latest backsaw design. The impetus to go for a more traditional rounded edge to the cheek line was a direct result from the feedback that you and others suggested as part of the feedback from the previous handle design I posted. I think you may be right about the rear of the cheek. It looks slightly congested in detail and could be made less so to appease the eyes. I will have a look at that next time round. I found the Makore a nice wood to work with. It accepts a good finish, but the dust did leave a mild irritation to the throat afterwards. Regards, Stewie.