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Bucksaw
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2000.109.001-1
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Bucksaw
Identifier:
2000.109.001
Description:
adjustable bucksaw with a wingnut used for cutting wood. Saw in the shape of an H
BUCK SAW
The buck saw is an early American saw. It is a frame type saw and operates on the principal of the bow. That is, the blade was stretched taut between two arms by a twisted cord ( or by a rod and a screw). The saw could easily be collapsed by untwisting the cord. The buck saw is a bow frame type, but its blade is stationary and heavier, and a long handle has been added. To "buck"| the logs was to saw them into proper lengths; hence, the buck saw is a woodsman's saw. This saw is hand made.
Our saw is different in one important way from the one shown in this picture. Can you spot the difference?
Date Created:
Donated By:
Mr. & Mrs. Roy Hawley
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