| | 04/19/2011 |  The small saw in the photograph is of a fairly rare, and not very useful chest saw by Holtzapffel(after 1827). With a blade only 12" long, it is a miniature version of a full sized panel saw, complete with nib. At one time it was probably part of a larger kit of tools belonging to a household tool chest, of the sort sold by many higher end tool shops. (For comparison, the larger saw above, a Disston Victory Saw, has a more common 26" blade.)
In other news, I was very sad to read last week that Andrew Lunn, owner of Eccentric Toolworks, has decided to stop making his custom saws. I had the opportunity to meet him several times at Woodworking in America and really admired his saws.
Knowing how hard it is to keep a business afloat, I understand his wanting to get out before it became drudgery. You can read more about his decision here. I find it sad that there is one less member of the group of modern toolmakers around.
We wish Andrew well and we are looking forward to reading about his next adventures.
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I'm always keeping a watchful eye open for Disston Victory saws with the pre 1928 tote. Looks to be a D-115? What is the ppi for the one in the photo. Great looking saw, thanks for blog, always enjoyed.
Doug
I have no idea what it's for. There is much speculation but no confirming contemporary documentation.
It's one of many theories that have been postulated, but there is no documentation from the early 19th century, when these saws were manufactured, by anyone who might be considered an authority.
It's also a handy size for anyone needing a portable saw.