CTW bowsaws are based on an 18th century design used in the Hay cabinet shop at Colonial Williamsburg. Available in 2 sizes, they are the only Chester Toolworks offering which is not a stock item. Because of the large amount of hand labor shaping the frame of the saw, and the high level of finish, these are special order only and have a 4-5 week delivery. The larger saw uses a 12" blade and is suitable for shaping seat blanks, general cutoff work, and the work accomplished by what is called a "turning saw". The small saw uses a standard 6" pin style coping saw blade and is effectively the antique equivalent of a coping saw abeit with a stiffer and more effective frame. Both saws are made from Tiger Maple with handles of brass and Black Walnut. They are dyed and oiled to color and finished with 8-10 coats of garnet shellac.  An optional finish of 3-4 coats of garnet shellac covered with 3-4 coats of Waterlox Original Finish™  is available at no additional charge for heavy users who want a more durable finish.

                              12" Bowsaw (turning saw)   $215.00

                               6"  Bowsaw (coping saw)    $195.00

   NOT A STOCK ITEM.  PREPAID ORDERS ONLY-- 4-5 WEEKS

  DELIVERY ON EITHER SAW.

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