Back saw repair

[Simon Lawrence]

I am repairing a vintage 'Mathieson' dovetail saw for use and have dismantled the handle. Unfortuneately, one of the brass securing bolts was damaged. Does anyone know where I can lay my hands on a replacement? I would imagine that any similar type saw bolt will do the job.

Aye......Simon

[Alan Turner]

Since no one has chimed in, I will offer a suggestion. Sometimes you see an old beater of a saw at a yard sale for $1 or so. Buy it for the brass screws. A friend does this, as it is the only way he has found to obtain them.