a correction is applied using the table on the back of the gauge to compensate for the thickness of the gauge
The compact design allows for easy handling and better accuracy
It is supplied with a thin rust protective lacquer coating which can be left on or removed with paint thinner
as the oldest rasp and file manufacturers still in business today
They are available in both stainless steel and carbon steel and supplied with a foam lined cardboard box
8 Inch E.T. Roberts & Lee Dorchester Gents Saw Mortise Chisel a correction is applied usingThis 8 inch long Dorchester gents saw from Sheffield Saw Maker E. T. Roberts & Lee is a very nice little saw. It has black walnut handle with an oil finish, polished brass back, and although it is hand filed as a crosscut saw, it is very nice to use for both cross cutting and rip cutting, especially cutting small joinery such as dovetails in thin stock, The plate on this saw is 0. 017" thick, 16 TPI, 8" long, with 1 3 4" depth and a nice etched logo.