This 22 d8 panel saw came with a tag attached to the handle with a yellow string. Graham hardware catalog 1891 i dont know where or when i found this pdf file of the 1891 disston saw line as offered by john h. A bucking saw traditionally is used by one person, so it is a fairly stiff saw designed to help prevent buckling on the push stroke. I have a question about dating disston saws by their medallions. View popular hand saws from the past by the famous saw maker henry disson, including.
Despite setbacks during his first decade in business, such as fires and the confiscation of his machinery in a rent dispute, disston built his company into the largest manufacturer of saws in the world. We also make compressor valve plates for all makes and models of reciprocating compressors. Dec 21, 2019 i dont know where or when i found this pdf file of the 1891 disston saw line as offered by john h. The logo displays an eagle alongside the company name image.
Wwii victory saw restoration with cracked handle repair. Disston d8 crosscut handsaw restoration walke moore tools. There are many makers of good saws especially the larger makers such as. Subjected to critical examination and test, every saw leaving the disston works is of the same high standard. Disston regular pattern saws are made in all required lengths and points. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Buy disston collectable saws and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. They are easier to handle on many of todays sawing jobs. Specializing in the sale of vintage, disston hand saws of all ages and styles our mission here at vintage saws is to provide the highest quality saws of the 19th and 20th century to the woodworker and collector alike. The points of the teeth of nearly all crosscut saws lie. Bottle opener, vintage, key bottle opener, primitive. Usda forest service, technology and development program, 2004, by david e. Aug 30, 2011 i didnt have room for a rack and i like to view the entire saw to determine which saw to use for particular projects.
So if you are looking for a good selection of quality hand saws, you have come to the right place. We have a fine selection of old disston saws available, when we can find them, at a reasonable prices. Disston hand saws disston saws have enjoyed overwhelming popularity amongst tradesmen for generations. I put the wood pegs in on a slight angle so to prevent the saws from. See also whats at your library, or elsewhere broader terms.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Anyway i got the whole tub ill post pics of everything later for 17. Specializing in the sale of vintage, disston hand saws of all ages and styles. This guide covers hand saw types, back saws, and the best hand saw brands. The more weight put on a saw, the faster it will cut, so the weight of a bucking saw is an asset. Tool model h275 manual band saw is engineered to accurately. Its estimated that a whopping 75% of all the saws produced in the us during this time originated in the disston saw works. Henry disston started selling his own saws in 1840, operating out of a rented basement in philadelphia. A vintage henry disston philadelphia handsaw in great conditionripsaw cut4. Even today, the desire for old disston saws and their quality continues. Which hand saws do you need for getting started using woodworking hand tools. Disstonian institute quick glance guide to disston handsaw models.
Every disston hand saw now has a covered top handle, invented by disston. It is written in a clear and hard style so that no misunderstandings occur. Online reference of disston saws quick glance guide to. Here we go with a handle build for the disston d8 series handsaws. To ensure accuracy, please verify that the pdf printed out at the correct scale. Disston saw for sale in uk 50 secondhand disston saws. All the saws that we sell are newly sharpened, properly set and ready to use right out of the box. Saw handle templates, covering a full range of hand sizes and backsaws.
The traditions and ideals set down by the founder are diligently maintained in the australian manufacture. Please practice hand washing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Sons keystone saw works was made of steel far tougher. Our mission here at vintage saws is to provide the highest quality saws of the 19th and 20th century to the woodworker and collector alike. The scan was produced by rose antique tools, and is uploaded with permission from ms. In 1855 he cast the first crucible saw steel ever made in america. I often hear people talk about the quality of a certain saw based on the number of nuts that are used to attach the blade to the handle. Make offer vintage disston crosscut hand saw, sharpened.
Booklet describing some disston products as well as the use and care of their saws. Disston is committed to providing the highest quality products available on the market and the company places the same commitment to the safety of its products and to the professionals and homeowners who use them. My guess is that whosoever created it will chime in and i can provide attribution. Disston tool manual for school shops a book of practical information on the. The thinner a blade is, if it is stiff, the easier it cuts.
May 06, 2011 like renauld, i too have just inherited disston saws from my grandfather, which were his dads saws my great grandfather. Disston saw works of philadelphia was one of the better known and highly regarded manufacturers of handsaws in the united states. This 64page book gives solid foundation information about all of them. D15 saw this saw is the finest product of the disston saw works and, we believe, the best practical hand saw in material, workmanship, and finish that can be made. Disston manufactured saws, files, try squares, bevels, combination squares, marking gauges, levels, scrapers, burnishers and many other hand and power tools. From what i have read here and elsewhere, it seems that a disston saw could be dated fairly well by its medallion, as shown on the disstonian institute web site. Jig saw safety tips disston is committed to providing the highest quality products available on the market and we place the same commitment to the safety of our products and to the professionals a.
This victory saw is a rather unusual saw because it was only produced for a few years during wwii. Fine tool journal summer 1998disston, the good, the better. Dating the saw proved to be a woodworkers game of clue. To save these to your local hard drive, right click on the pdf or photo of the saw handle you want and then select save target as. You can email me for a different posting option if wanted and i will let you know the costs. I had no description of what was in it but from the picture i could tell there were some older and neat looking hand tools. Its a helpful guide to what was available from that. Making a saw handle for a disston d8 timetestedtools. Victory etching bold bright sharp carved african mahogany handle. For example, the 1936 disston saw tool and file manual shows that the no. I dont know where or when i found this pdf file of the 1891 disston saw line as offered by john h. Disston employed 8,000 workers and its facilities covered a 300 acre site in northeast philadelphia. Disston saws are very recognisable by the makers medallion that appears on the handle. Unfollow henry disston hand saw to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
In this wood hand saw buying guide article ill talk about different hand saw types and the five specific hand saws that would be helpful to buy to get started in traditional woodworking. For consideration, please fill out the form below and we will contact you regarding further information. Five are disston saws, one is a sandvik with the plastic dragon handle, one is a craftsman, a small saw from oak leaf, and an assortment that are. For mac users press control key, mouse click pdf and then pick save as if you have a handle you want to have drawn up, please send us an email. Saws, saw devices and disston saws 19 saws, saw devices and disston saws. Parts of a hand saw diagram showing antique disston hand saw 9 jolting tips. Inventor submission thank you for your interest in submitting your idea and related information to disston tools. There are three altogether, a d7 probably made in the 1940s, a d23 rip saw, and another disston saw that has a laminated handle that i cannot find any markings on, possibly a d15. Disston precision manufactures custom steel supplies such as saw blades, diecutting plates, clutch, drive, and friction discs, shredder knives, crusher saws, and leaf springs. Get the best deals on disston hand saw when you shop the largest online selection at. Disston e0102423 boxed blumol bimetal hole saws, 50mm.
Disston hand saw 6 not specified 16 condition see all condition. Nov 10, 2014 dating disston hand saw medallions and a timeline of the company. Handsaws made during the time woodworkers used hand tools are better. Best woodworking tools products woodworking tools workshop awesome. The joiner did it in philadelphia with an applewood handled backsaw manufactured before the crash of 29. Dating a disston backsaw hand tool journeya woodworking.
This adds beauty and strength to the handle, in which blade has triple anchorage. Vtg antique disston phila hand saw crosscut rip saw wood handle w brass screws. The disston company was established in 1840 by henry disston as the disston saw works and initially only made saws. Paul sellers i cant imagine the empty vanity in collecting good saws you dont use to work work wood with. Blade is of disston steel, with the disston temper hard and tough. The hand saw, how to use it, how to choose it, how to keep it, henry disston. Unfollow disston saws to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. See todays disston hand saws for sale, best offer and auction. Therefore, disston lightweight saws, having less weight and less width to the blade, are very popular.
Every new disston saw is thin, yet stiff, with correct temper to make it keen and true taper to make it run easy and cut fast. Millers excellent publication, crosscut saw manual 1977, rev. Its a helpful guide to what was available from that saw maker of fame. I found an old disston at a yard sale and the only thing i can find online about even a possible lead to what it is was an old catalog, where i found a picture of what it seems to look like. To those who prefer regular pattern standard width saws, we can supply the oldtime favorites, improved in every feature, including disston truetaper grinding, thinner blades, weatherprooffinish handles with covered tops, larger hand holes, etc. New old stock 8 point 26 inch crosscut atkins silver steel no. With a rich history spanning over 175 years, disston tools is a global manufacturer of hole saws, bandsaw blades, jig saw blades, reciprocating saw blades, drill bits, and other hand and power tool related accessories for the diy, contractor and industrial markets. The scan was 2 pages per image, which required modification for the archives flip book format.
When looking for saws i shoot for a plate that is in decent shape, some rust is okay, but ill pass on blades that are kinked, have damaged teeth, or excessive pitting on the tooth line. Disston made saw steel was used to manufacture his hand saws, circular saws, and other metal products. Yup, that d8 with 5 nuts was the best saw that disston made. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Please take time to browse through the tips and recommended cutting speeds for the accessories you need for your next project. A successor corporation, still active in philadelphia, is called disston precision.
Saw handle template library these saw templates are in pdf format and are optimized for printing on an 8 12 x 11 paper. Pdf photo, disston no7 cross cut saw handle disston no. Disston claims its the best hand set ever put on the market. Our d8 handles are patterned quite closely after the vintage disston d8 handles, the only exception being that we let in the sawplates by kerfing through the top of the handle common with simonds hand and panel saws, rather than milling a covertop common in disston saws where the upper edge of the sawplate is hidden from view. The history of modern saw makings most notable improvements originated at the disston saw works. If you want them to print full size you need to turn off the print scaling in adobe acrobat. Disston may be rusty and the handle might be cracked and worn.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Sharpening hand saw teeth is a skill that takes time to develop, but a suitable hand. On storing handsaws and backsaws popular woodworking magazine. The handle can be placed in either of two locations on this vintage disston saw. These are difficult to replace due to curved cuts that must be made in the plate seating slit. While the d8 is a good saw, it certainly is not the best. Online reference of disston saws gallery disstonian. Disston cast first heat of electric tool steel of crucible quality in. Topics tool catalog, saws, files and rasps, hand saws, saw sharpening, trowels.