Pink Myrtle Open Handle Backsaw.

[Stewie Simpson]

Another open handle backsaw build in progress. The handle wood is Tasmanian Pink Myrtle. Gorgeous timber to work with. The saw plate dimensions; 12 inches L x 2 1/2" D below the hardback. Looking quite nice so far.

Stewie;

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[Stewie Simpson]

Hi Klaus. This open handle design is the same used on the previously completed open handle backsaw. I have reduced some of its bulk to give it a more refined look. I am very pleased with the end result.

Stewie;

[Klaus Kretschmar]

Hi Stewie,

I spotted, that this saw is also based on the Moses Eadon design as the Burdekin Plum handeled one is as well. The design and the craftsmanship is another time top notch to my eye. Being a big fan of Plum as you know already, I'd go with the Plum handled saw if I had the choice. The Myrtle doubtlessly is beautiful as well but the Plum has that certain "bling" :-)

Best
Klaus

[Stewie Simpson]

Hi Klaus. For the saw maker; the beauty within the shape of the handle can dissapear from view by the choice of an overly figured handle wood. Care needs to be taken.

Stewie;

[Klaus Kretschmar]

Wow, usually I'm used to take care, Stewie. To me both of the shown handles are flawless. If I've overseen something, please enlighten me :-)

Klaus

[Stewie Simpson]

The shaping of the brass back has been completed. 1 more coat of garnet shellac still required. The saw teeth on this backsaw will be filed 12 tpi; 8 degrees rake angle.

Stewie;

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[Stewie Simpson]

The hard back has now been secured in place; the makers mark has been stamped; the handle has received its final coat of shellac; and the saw teeth have been filed 12 tpi @ 8* rake angle. The performance of the saw has then been tested on rip and cross grain, with the set lightly stoned to fine tune the accuracy of sawn kerf. I will leave the shellac finish to further harden over a 5 days period before buffing it to a higher shine.

Stewie;

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[Stewie Simpson]

Uncomprimised beam strength through the neck of the handle was the primary reason I chose this handle design over many others. A critical element IMO with any open handle backsaw.

Stewie;

[Stewie Simpson]

I have drawn up a closed version of the Moses Eadon Open Handle. I will be able to make a better judgement call on its final shape after I view it in 3 dimensional handle form.

Stewie;

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