Crosscut Saw

Date1775-1800

Artist/Maker Thomas Bernard

MediumSteel, iron and wood (ash)

DimensionsOverall length: 57" Handle: 10 1/2" Blade width: 4 1/2"

Credit LineGift of Mr. Malcolm MacGregor.

Object number1995-197

DescriptionPeg-tooth cross-cut saw with forged-iron handle tangs; tangs with forged outward bent "lips" to form blade stops (lips broken from tang with intact handle); blade riveted to tangs; surviving handle is turned with iron ferrule.
Label TextThis two-person saw was meant to quickly accomplish a few basic “across the grain” cuts. It could be used to fell a tree or it could be used to cut a large beam or log to the proper length.
MarkingsT (?). BARNARD (?)