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Pattern Located in Full Size Pattern Section No. 2

Antique Bow Saw Reproduction

by Wayne Bosler III

Introduction

I recently visited an antique shop that had a large number of old tools on display—any woodworker's delight! The-e were many different styles of saws hanging on the wall, but the old bow saw was the one that caught my eye. The tu"-buckle that holds the blade tight is a great feature. I didn't have my camera with me, so I made a quick sketch c^: took a few measurements. I thought it might make a good-looking rustic towel rack. I ended up making two for ex. home—one with pegs for the towel rack, and one without pegs that displays one of my wife's grandmother's he: made quilts.

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