Eighteenth-Century Frame Saw

So cool, Ron! I really like the color of the cherry, and the carving on the sides. Um, and the execution of the project. Yeah, it’s all cool!

-- Pete

So cool, Ron! I really like the color of the cherry, and the carving on the sides. Um, and the execution of the project. Yeah, it’s all  cool!

- PPK

Thanks, Pete.

This is a very interesting project. I like the all-wood approach you took.

How easy is it to tension the saw without shifting the blade’s position in the frame?

This is a very interesting project. I like the all-wood approach you took.

How easy is it to tension the saw without shifting the blade’s position in the frame?

- Mr_Pink

Thank you! Blade tensioning is easy …
 

 
...just hold blade housing in the center of the handle with thumb and index finger and give the wedge a few taps … doesn’t take much!

Very nice, one sweet saw. The carving is a nice touch.
The teeth look to be very aggressive, should cut nice & fast. How is it for staying true & not wondering off course? With a blade that wide, I’m guessing it stays on course.
I noticed you went with metal pins over the original wooden dowels. Did you experience any problems?
Nice work, now enjoy using it.

-- "I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The point is to bring them the real facts." - Abraham Lincoln

Looks great! That’s a really nice addition for your shop.

-- Elroy

On display at OSV!? That’s not far from me and we go once or twice a year. I guess it’s part of the Planed, Grained, & Dovetailed exhibit? I don’t remember seeing a frame saw there…

Came out looking darned sharp, Ron. Well done!

-- Dave - Santa Fe

Looks great…just a tad too big for my shop…..

-- A Planer? I'M the planer, this is what I use

Great looking saw Ron.

-- Galootish log blog, http://www.timberframe-tools.com

Very nice looking saw. Great job!

-- Steve, Minneapolis area

Great build. I love old handmade saws like this. Thanks for sharing.

-- Tyvekboy -- Marietta, GA ………….. one can never be too organized

Super job Ron. It looks like it will get the job done easily.

-- Dave, Downers Grove, Il. -------- When you run out of ideas, start building your dreams.

Vet Nice Indeed Ron & Well Done!

-- Richard (Ontario, CANADA)

Realy beautiful. That old tool has it’s own special charm and beauty.

-- Ivan, Croatia, Wooddicted