Tools for Sale

This is an original backsaw made by Simonds specifically for the no. 16 1/2 mitre box. it has a full etch on the plate, indicating it was made for Millers Falls. The plate is straight and free of pitting. The teeth are all in good shape and decently sharp. The handle is perfect. It's absolutely usable. The 16 1/2, and the similar 15 1/2 are miniature mitre boxes that are popular but hard to find. They require unique small backsaws, like this one, which are even harder to find. This one is 2in deep so it was originally sold with a 16 1/2. It may work with a 15 1/2 as well but might require a baseboard to make up for the 1/4in shorter plate. A true rarity, one of only a handful I've seen in 25 years. $125

This example dates to the 1880s. It's barely used, measuring 2 1/4in deep at the toe. The blade is straight and the teeth are quite sharp- it cuts deently as-is but could probably use a touch-up filing. The etch is visible. The plate does have pitting, but it's scattered and not terribly. The handle is excellent. It's a solid working saw in one of the best general purpose configurations. $50

This is the cleanest example I've seen. It has a nice crisp etch and a perfect handle with the original price label still attached. $65

This is an exceptional example in near-mint condition. $22

The D-95 is not a popular saw, and for good reason. The handles are terribly ugly. The plates, however, are excellent quality making these bargain workers. This is an especially clean example with a straight plate that's seen little use. All teeth are in good shape but it's not terribly sharp. $30

This is a high quality tape made in Germany by Massi. It has a clean tape with no damage. The thick brass frame is attached to a wooden handle making it easy to use. It's a very well-made tool in excellent working condition $20