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Disston D7 Backsaw

Started by Yadda, March 07, 2026, 11:02:11 PM

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Yadda

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. 
You might say I have a tool collecting problem....

Sudsy

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

Yadda

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! 
You might say I have a tool collecting problem....