Saws: The History, Development, Action, Classification, and Comparison of Saws of All Kinds; With Copious Appendices, Giving the Details of ... and Swaging, Gumming, &c (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover
Synopsis
Saws: The History, Development, Action, Classification, and Comparison of Saws of All Kinds offers a thorough look at how saws grew from early tools to modern machines, and what that history means for today’s woodworkers.
This nonfiction reference surveys the evolution of different saw types, their uses, and the mechanics that drive their cutting power. The second, greatly enlarged edition includes a supplement and hundreds of illustrations, plus detailed data on manufacture, filing, setting, swaging, and other key practices.
- Learn how blade shapes, teeth, gauges, and speeds affect performance across hand saws, band saws, circular saws, and more.
- Find practical information on capacity, operation, and maintenance, including tables and appendices on saw mills, gear and pulley math, and standard measurements.
- Explore historical context, patents, and the people and firms that shaped saw technology.
- Access clear explanations of the tools and processes used to manufacture, sharpen, and tune saws for specific jobs.
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