This Disston D7 (maybe D4) backsaw was found in the same wall cabinet as the D8 and the Atkins No. 25. The teeth are almost non-existent. The badge, handle, screws, and imprint on the back rib seem to indicate it was manufactured between 1876 and 1886ish. However, my analysis may be way off. I would love to put this one back to work, but recutting the teeth may be outside my skill set or price range.
Recutting teeth is quite a project, pretty much an art. I tried once, failed pretty miserably
The handle looks perfect, maybe keep an eye on ebay for one with decent teeth and a busted grip and go from there
I just looked, figure $20
Quote from: Sudsy on Today at 11:42:56 AMRecutting teeth is quite a project, pretty much an art. I tried once, failed pretty miserably
The handle looks perfect, maybe keep an eye on ebay for one with decent teeth and a busted grip and go from there
I just looked, figure $20
Great idea!