Ok, so clearly my memory’s going the same way as my eyesight. Well at least I got the thrill of “discovering “ the etching/engraving twice. I...
Hello all, its been a while since Ive posted. Just thought Id share an owners mark I spotted when cleaning this old Sorby. Nice to get a date aswell.
Hello all, A heads up for those that are interested. There is a WH Blakeley brass back for sale on Gumtree in Perth...
Would love to see the Kenyon Fred :)
Hi Fred, I did look up the maker only because I thought the "Birmingham" addendum was curiously vague for an owners mark. BSSM lists two...
I was an unlucky bidder on this saw but an interesting old saw worth posting.. Thomas Gill of Birmingham. Shocking blade but rather loverly...
Hi Simon, I have sent you an email regarding getting a hardcopy of your book but neglected to mention it was from me in case that helps. Cheers...
Hi Fred, Looking at it Im fairly certain it says German Steel
Hi Simon, Thanks for that, either way I'm rather chuffed having the engraving on there. I get the impression that it was considered an above...
Hi Fred, The Engraving says simply "John Matheson" and underneath "1848" (They're poor photos sorry). Its definitely engraved not etched. I...
Hey Ray et Al. Firstly apologies as I have posted this saw before but didn't see the engraving on the back. It is a Robert Sorby Cast.Steel....
Hi Kiwi, no I agree about the nib. It would be good to see where the etch was on the saw in relation to the handle. I hadn't thought of pruning...
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