Need help identifying Saw

Philly · 4 Jun 2006

Hi Folks
Bought this lovely saw last week-no idea what it is. 7 ppi crosscut, 26 inches long. No etch discernable, here is a picture of the medallion.

Thanks in advance,
Philly

engineer one · 4 Jun 2006

is it possible to work wood without electricity?
only if you don't plug it in :lol: :lol:
paul :wink:

Alf · 4 Jun 2006

'Murrican, I believe. One for Mike I think. Now having swiftly passed the buck, I go. :wink:

Cheers, Alf

MikeW · 4 Jun 2006

Hi Phil,

Like Alf, probably made in the US. The handle shape and the eagle indicate that.

I'm not very good on medallions. And that is an unusual one. I can post an inquiry to the old tools list if you would like...

Take care, Mike
passing the buck some more :lol:

Philly · 5 Jun 2006

Mike
If you wouldn't mind? Cheers!
So it looks like a vaguely interesting saw? The handle was a little damp (must of been badly stored) although the blade was o.k. Some pitting but nothing too close to the teeth. After cleaning the handle with turps and a coat of wax it looked a lot happier (oh and letting the handle dry out!) and a gentle clean and wax of the blade. A little "Philly Tooth Tickling" and it cuts much better (although not as well as yours, Mike 8-[ ) I'll post another pic soon.
Darn dial-up.....
Philly

MikeW · 6 Jun 2006

Hi Phil,

The couple people who responded believe it is a Disston-made house brand for most likely a hardware store.

Todd Hughes believes it is the model 90.

Is a nice looking saw. And it is probably happy with someone looking after it again...

Take care, Mike