New handle for old saw

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BillK
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New handle for old saw

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This is a new saw handle that I made. I did the basic design in Fusion 360, this was my first time using that software and I did the basic shape and radii there and saved it as an STL. I then imported that STL into Aspire and I used the two-sided machining feature to complete the design by adding the finger grips, an indent for the index finger, and my logo.

This is a Richardson Bros. of Newark, NJ saw that was manufactured between 1878 and 1890. The blade still has plenty of life. The original handle had a crack in it with a nail holding together. I will keep that around.
Making one of these by hand is a long process. 45 minutes or so of CNC carving got me about 90% of the way.

Next, I have to work on a saw vice so I can sharpen this.
handle top.jpg
handle bottom.jpg
finger grip.jpg
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Bob
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Re: New handle for old saw

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Bill,
I like it!!!
Now I'm inspired to fix up a few old saws of mine.
I have a saw vice, setting tool, and files. And, now I have no excuses...
Thanks for sharing your exceptional work.
Bob
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BillK
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Re: New handle for old saw

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Thanks Bob. I have the files, and two saw sets, but I've just been clamping between two boards to sharpen. I have a design drawn up for the vise, just need an open to make it.
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Re: New handle for old saw

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That came out very nice!!
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BillK
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Thank you!
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