Author Archives: Isaac

Saw parts coming later this year

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Isaac

I’ve had many inquiries from craftsmen looking for saw parts. While it has been frustrating to not be able to offer these yet, it is heartening to see the interest in making tools. I do not currently make backs or … Continue reading →

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A large pear log

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Isaac

One of the best parts about making saws is the excellent cover it provides for buying and hoarding lumber for future handles. Whether it’s a small piece I find in a firewood pile or a large log on a woodlot, … Continue reading →

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Dancing saw handles

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Isaac

Other than proving that I am easily amused, this picture has no real purpose.

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Saw build along – Handle, Part IX

Posted on August 15, 2013 by Isaac

This is the tenth entry in a nineteen part series that covers the construction of one of my saws from start to finish. For links to the other entries, please see the full chronological index.  -Ed. Finishing After drilling the holes … Continue reading →

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Saw build along – Handle, Part VIII

Posted on August 11, 2013 by Isaac

This is the ninth entry in a nineteen part series that covers the construction of one of my saws from start to finish. For links to the other entries, please see the full chronological index.  -Ed. Boring the holes for saw … Continue reading →

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Latest batch of RakeMaker II’s ready to ship

Posted on August 10, 2013 by Isaac

Thank you to all that have patiently hung in there with their order of the RakeMaker II. The next batch is ready to ship, and emails have been sent to those at the top of the list. I think you … Continue reading →

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Price increase for apple & walnut crotch saw handles

Posted on August 10, 2013 by Isaac

When I began making saws I had access to a small stash of walnut crotch and apple from a local sawyer.  Now, a year into this venture, I have worked through that supply and need to develop new and additional … Continue reading →

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Saw build along – Handle, Part VII

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Isaac

This is the eighth entry in a nineteen part series that covers the construction of one of my saws from start to finish. For links to the other entries, please see the full chronological index.  -Ed. Sanding the handle I can’t … Continue reading →

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Saw build along – Handle, Part VI

Posted on August 3, 2013 by Isaac

This is the seventh entry in a nineteen part series that covers the construction of one of my saws from start to finish. For links to the other entries, please see the full chronological index.  -Ed. Lamb’s tongue & chamfer  When … Continue reading →

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Saw build along – Handle, Part V

Posted on August 3, 2013 by Isaac

This is the sixth entry in a nineteen part series that covers the construction of one of my saws from start to finish. For links to the other entries, please see the full chronological index.  -Ed. On letting the spine into … Continue reading →

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