Reply by Oldtool

Posted on Ideal length of bow saw cheeks (arms)?

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#1 posted 09-22-2018 04:10 PM

This looks like a 18th century coping saw, neat.
Question: do you hold the handle or the arm when using? I can see advantages to both grips, curious what an expert thinks.
Enjoy the new tool Dave, well made.

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