Hello all, I just received this beautiful little 10in. open handled Blake dovetail saw today. It has the same stamp as pictured in BSSM cica. 1820. It could be a little older than that but there are so many Blake's I suppose no one many never know for sure. It's been well used but I feel well loved to. The handle is still tight and in nice shape. The blade is pretty clean too. This saw will remain untouched and will have a nice new warm home. It always amazes me when you think of a saws this age, and their journey into our hands. Best regards, Scott
Hey Scott Glad to see it went to a "nice new warm home". It is such a nice saw...especially that almost intact 200 year old handle. Enjoy Joe S.