Historical information

This saw could have been used in industry or in a home situation. It was made by the H. Disston & Sons of U.S.A. This company was established in 1850 by Henry Disston and by the 20th century it was the largest maker of hand saws in the world. The hand saws used today differ little from this early model.

Significance

This saw is retained as a good example of a hand tool that is over 100 years old.

Physical description

This hand saw has a triangular-shaped metal blade with a serrated edge on the straight side of the blade The handle is wooden with five metal screws. There is a metal plaque containing the name and emblem of the manufacturer. The saw is a little rusty and stained.

Inscriptions & markings

‘H. Disston & Sons Philada’
‘T.E.G.’