Dorchester Tenon Saw Review By: I.Ball
Category: New Tenon Saws
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Manufacturer: Thomas Flinn & Co.
Tool Type: Tenon Saw
Tool Range: E.T. Roberts & Lee
Model No: Dorchester, No. 580
The E.T. Roberts & Lee Dorchester tenon saw review covers the Roberts
& Lee saw number 580 made by Thomas Flinn & Co of Sheffield,
England.
The Roberts & Lee Dorchester tenon saw is one of two
types of tenon saw from the Roberts & Lee range.
The Roberts & Lee saw making was taken over by Thomas Flinn &
Co in 2008 with the Dorchester range and Parkstone range added to Thomas
Flinn's extensive range of British made saws.
At the time in 2008, Roberts & Lee were believed to be the last
large British saw manufacturer in the UK other than Thomas Flinn &
Co.
The Dorchester tenon saw is made in three different blade sizes:
- 10 inch
- 12 inch
- 14 inch
The saws are made with a choice of two teeth type:
The design of the rip teeth make it ideal for cutting with the grain and the design
of the crosscut teeth make it ideally suited for cutting across the grain.
These saws have 13 tpi (teeth per inch), with hand sharpened teeth which can be
resharpened again and again for a long life.
The Dorchester tenon saw has a heavy brass spine which has the multi-function of
offering tension to the blade, balance, extra control and an attractive decorative
look.
The saw is fitted with a lovely walnut handle which is finished with Danish oil.
The handle is secured to the blade with the use of three brass split-nut buttons.
The split-nut buttons sit flush with the handle, adding to the attractiveness of
the saw.
Split-nut buttons are the old style of button which were prominent in the Victorian
era (19th century). Should the need arise, split-nut buttons ideally require a special
split-nut screwdriver to adjust the screws.
The saw blade has a good, traditional E.T. Roberts & Lee etching in keeping
with old tenon saws.
The Dorchester tenon saw is presented in a black sleeve.
* Important: please refer to the 'disclaimer' at the foot of this review.
* Wearing safety clothing and eye protection is usually a good idea to help protect against injury.
- This tool has sharp parts, take suitable precautions when using/handling/storing
the tool to prevent injury.
- Failure to loosen parts when making adjustments can result in damage
to the tool. Never force a part to move.
- Overtightening parts can cause damage to the tool.
Handle: Walnut with a Danish Oil finish
Number Of Buttons: 3
Type Of Buttons: Brass, Split-nut
Blade Markings:
'E.T. Roberts & Lee, 580, Made In England,
Dorchester, Alloy Steel, High Grade, Don Works, Norwich, England, NR13 6PX'
2008 - Today
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