British Saws and Saw Makers from 1660 by Simon Barley

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  2. ray

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    Thanks Wiktor, good write up.

    Good news indeed, I wish I could be at the big launch in a few weeks.. on September 24th

    I heard a rumor that some forum members might be there, so I expect pictures! :)

    A huge heartfelt congratulations go to Simon, it must be very satisfying to see those long years of hard work coming to fruition. Can't wait to get my hands on a copy!...

    Regards
    Ray
     
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    Congratulations, Simon, on this long awaited work that will no doubt become recognized as a classic on hand tool history. Like others who tread this path, I cannot wait to receive my copy. Bravo, sir, well done.
     
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    I have just had my copy delivered.

    As you will know from my ramblings here, I am seldom speechless, but I nearly am with this.

    It is wonderful. Clear, well laid out and with introductory chapters on saw making and dating..

    If you are all serious about British saws - buy it.

    Fred
     
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    British saws and saw makers

    Sincere thanks to Fred, Wiktor and others. I feel sad that Ken Hawley never got the book he and I had put so much into for all those years, but ever so slightly relieved that I wouldn't have the endless task of defending ever single statement to him! (yet again). The video that Ray posted is a lovely memory of a very remarkable man.

    Just a small proviso: the big memorial event to celebrate Ken's life will be on October 9th, at the Hawley Gallery at 5.30, so we have decided NOT to have any launch of the saw book (can we call it BSSM from now on, please?) on Sept 24.
     
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    I was thinking we would be calling it the Bible.. :)

    BSSM it is. British Saws and Saw Makers.

    Regards
    Ray
     
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    Great news Simon, I am looking forward to some very interesting reading. will check the wk site

    Regards
    Peter
     
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    Simon
    Looking forward to the arrival of the book that has been long awaited and I know we won't be disappointed.
    Thanks again Simon and to all the others involved.
    Joe S.
     
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    Mine's on its way. Cant Wait. :)
     
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    Looking forward to getting mine from Simon at the Stanley sale.
    Not long now.......
     
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  13. Deesinister

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    Received yesterday. Many thanks Simon. Wow.
    A lot of info to chew through here!
    Looks fab with lots of great content.
    If you haven't bought one yet do before they are $1000 on Amazon.
     
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    My copy arrived yesterday, all I can say is wow!... it certainly exceeds my expectations, I see many happy hours ahead... :)

    Congratulations Simon...

    Regards
    Ray
     
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    Mine arrived a few days ago and I have been going through it with great relish. Well worth the wait.
    Again, thanks Simon
    Joe S.
     
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    Mine arrived today... there goes the afternoon. Thanks Simon for your great work. Research will grow as there is now a framework in place, and people will add to the work already done.
     
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