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Thanks for all the info Ian. I'm going to keep an eye out for some Grobet files for sure. I see Axminster tools sell Vallorbe and bacho needle file sets which I am considering purchasing as my current cheap draper set are really starting to dull. I did try the paper templates and they did help...

Thanks for the comments chaps, loads of interesting and useful info there. I now know what a plane makers float is, I'd seen them in action but never knew what they were called. Reason I'm putting every thing in one thread is its kind of like an on-line diary for me, I can look back and see...

With the handles partially done I turn my attention to the saw plate. I picked up some 0.5mm thick spring steel, hardened and tempered to Rockwell 50-52c I went with a thinner plate as I thought it would suit a gents saw batter and give a really fine cut. The steel came blue so I used some...

Just discovered this thread. Brilliant read and exceptional work rxh. Thanks for sharing.

Thanks Ian. I have a 22tpi Pax gents saw with standard round handle that's been my go to saw for the last 15 years, I love it though it does need re-toothing now. (Watch this space) I prefer to use it over my dovetail saws and will only swap over if I need the extra depth. I also have a nice...

With all the brass bows cut in I could add the last brass detail to the handle which also acts as a counter weight to the brass back. I cut a piece of brass and flatten one face so it fits tightly to the bottom of the handle. As the brass backs are much heavier than traditional folded backs...

Got to keep my hand in somehow Ian :ROFLMAO: Other than the addition of a brass counter weight and some fettling that's roughly the handles final shape. I'm trying to stay true to what I had envisioned so tradition and comfort are kind of taking second place at the moment. I did have concerns...

They are beautiful saws Ian, the wood on the last two look stunning. Thanks for the link to, interesting reading about all the different Disston saws never knew there where so many. Progressing on with the handles and the vision in my mind I needed to add some brass bows between the contrasting...

Thanks for the comment Frank and for the info on the dreadnought files, I just did a quick search for them and they may well be a good addition to my file set. Thank you for the follow up to Tony, I will check them out 👍 With the saw backs partially done I moved onto the handles. Like I...

Thank you for the kind offer Marcros, I've already selected the woods for these saws but a nice piece of box wood may come in handy for a future project I have in mind. I'll send you a pm when I get onto it 👍 Thanks for the comment Ian, that's a nice selection of saws you've made yourself and...

Thanks for all the comments guys really appreciate the welcome back 👍 Andy if I can get 1% of the standard of Shanes work I'd be happy, he really is on another level! I recently watched the Bench talk video he did where he shares a lot of great information. The techniques he uses to tension his...

Hello again all. It's been a long while since I've made a post, I think it's fair to say its been an "interesting" year for most if not all of us. I've settled into my new role though I am missing the variety that my old job offered, I don' think I can call myself a furniture maker anymore, I...

I'd only use Accoya or Iroko externally. I wouldn't even consider oak, especially as the former are readily available and far more durable. If they are only decorative then tricoya might even be an option if you are wanting to paint it.

Idigbo for sure. It has a very unusual smell, always reminded me of cat pee!

To get consistent results by hand ideally a simple thicknessing jig is made. I did a quick search and this video explains it well. [youtube]v=O32Jfg0YpAM[//youtube] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O32Jfg0YpAM

That's a beautiful little chariot plane rxh, great work.

Another beautiful plane Ian. I especially like the shape of the body and wedge on this one, well done.

From those pictures it looks like a piece of American black walnut, but the light is making it look a lot like cherry as well. Is it a darker brownish colour or more golden brown? Edit Just had another look now the sun has gone in and I'd definitely say cherry too.

Excellent work as always Ian. That box elder burl is beautiful!

We used the Hettich Quadro runners for years with no problems. Excellent smooth action with soft close and the newer version with the adjustable back plate made set up really easy. Only down side is they are quite pricey.