Category Archives: Uncategorized

An interesting miter box

Monday, besides bringing the beginnings of a nice little snowstorm, brought an email from a reader with some questions about a fascinating cast miter box. It is a Union No. 2, but beyond that I know nothing about it. I … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | 5 Comments

Good bye, Fred

One of the best parts of this job is meeting and getting to know many of my customers. It is truly satisfying to interact with people happy to buy what I make. Among all of these people, Fred West truly … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | 2 Comments

Wanted to buy: Burr saw toother / retoother

I really, really, want a Burr toother / retoother. If anyone has a lead on one that may be for sale, I would love to hear about it. Rust is ok, so long as the die does not have large … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | 7 Comments

Saw build along – Back, Part I

This is the twelfth 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. Shaping the back (spine) We … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment