Mike Allen1010
08-20-2011, 2:16 PM
I have a LN thin plate (.015") dovetail saw that is 10" long, 15 PPI. I love the thin plate as I find it cuts quickly and accurately, particularly with thinner stock (drawers etc.).
I prefer a slightly longer dovetail saw and am considering building .015" plate version that is 12" long. My problem is I can't seem to find slotted brass saw back material with slots less than .018" wide. I've built other backsaws using laminated and folded brass back techniques and haven't had a lot of success. I really prefer the slotted brass saw backs.
I'm wondering if I use loctite to secure the .015" plate within the .018" slot in the saw back if I'm asking for trouble? I'm not sure if the Loctite will securely fill the .003" gap? Maybe using epoxy instead of Loctite could eliminate this problem?
I haven't historically had a problem with kinking blades I don't expect the jobs I will be using this saw for will generate a tremendous amount of heat, but I would hate to go through the entire build and then find out the plate won't stay securely attached and straight in the slotted back.
I very much appreciate any advice or suggestions from the many talented and experienced saw builders here in the Cave.
Many thanks, Mike
I prefer a slightly longer dovetail saw and am considering building .015" plate version that is 12" long. My problem is I can't seem to find slotted brass saw back material with slots less than .018" wide. I've built other backsaws using laminated and folded brass back techniques and haven't had a lot of success. I really prefer the slotted brass saw backs.
I'm wondering if I use loctite to secure the .015" plate within the .018" slot in the saw back if I'm asking for trouble? I'm not sure if the Loctite will securely fill the .003" gap? Maybe using epoxy instead of Loctite could eliminate this problem?
I haven't historically had a problem with kinking blades I don't expect the jobs I will be using this saw for will generate a tremendous amount of heat, but I would hate to go through the entire build and then find out the plate won't stay securely attached and straight in the slotted back.
I very much appreciate any advice or suggestions from the many talented and experienced saw builders here in the Cave.
Many thanks, Mike