Panel saw Survey

[Ron Bontz]

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For those that are interested, or not, I have posted a short multiple choice survey on my web site with regards to Panel saws. It is very short. I am curious as to what most think. It is next to the "Home" tab at top. Thanks in advance. Ron

[Jim Matthews]

I left my survey.

I'm so glad I got my Bontz saw, when I could afford it!
Just used it this morning.

These things hold an edge, forever.

kudos

[Chris Hachet]

I left my survey.

I'm so glad I got my Bontz saw, when I could afford it!
Just used it this morning.

These things hold an edge, forever.

kudos


My Bad Axe is gathering some sawdust since I got one from Mr. Bontz. Half back in Apple is on order.

[Mike Holbrook]

I did my survey but it wouldn't let me choose multiples! My relatively new Bontz is a: 20" tooth line, 4.5" under spine, 0.025" plate, filed 15* rake, 20* fleam, 10 tpi. I bought it for a Stanley 150 miter box, but I just bought a 8" saw guide from LV to use with it too.

[Malcolm Schweizer]

Please keep the "clover nib" if you make them.

[Jim Koepke]

I left my survey. As admirable as the saw shown may be, I can not justify the expense for something that will have to suffer the hardship of earning its keep in my shop.

Maybe the survey could have included one more selection (other) so people could make comments instead of trying to figure which bubble to choose. I like artistry in work. If it doubles the price of function, then I might be hesitant to spend it on something that may have a rough life in my shop.

I was happy to acquire a plate and screw kit of yours without a handle for dovetail saws. I haven't made a new handle of yet, but it is moving up the to do list. The plate was mounted in an old saw back and handle and it has been working great. It is now my favorite dovetail saw and am anxious to build a handle and put the kit into service.

jtk

[Jim Matthews]

...I got one from Mr. Bontz. Half back in Apple is on order.

Best saw I own, my half back.
I like his "Reagan" handle.

The saw is heavy, and it wants to point down.
The handle is a little larger, and allows better control.

[Chris Hachet]

Best saw I own, my half back.
I like his "Reagan" handle.

The saw is heavy, and it wants to point down.
The handle is a little larger, and allows better control.

I know nothing of the Reagan handle....please explicate.

[lowell holmes]

I know nothing of the Reagan handle....please explicate.

Check this link.

http://www.bontzsawworks.net/home/16-tenon-saw/

Actually it is Regan handle.

[Ron Bontz]

Thank you for your input on the panel saw survey. Here are some of the results out of 102 participants:
If anyone is interested, I posted another small survey on Gent's Saws.
Do you think there is a market for 22 inch, 24inch, and 26 inch Panel Saws?



Answer
Chart
Percentage
Count



Yes Definitely.


58%
57



No not really.


32%
32



I have no clue.


10%
10




Total answers
99













How much would you pay for a custom panel Saw 22 inch, 24 inch, or 26 inch



Answer
Chart
Percentage
Count



$300.00


30%
26



$350.00


34%
30



$400.00


17%
15



$450.00


2%
2



I would not buy one at all.


16%
14




Total answers
87














Do you prefer a ,traditional looking saw, or something different



Answer
Chart
Percentage
Count



Strictly Traditional


24%
24



Something different but not too far from traditional


52%
53



Let's go for it. But keep it functional.


24%
24




Total answers
101












Do you live in a box or like to explore?



Answer
Chart
Percentage
Count



Definitely like to explore


34%
28



Live in an 18th century box.


20%
16



Sometimes I explore a little. But I always sail close to shore.


44%
36



I don't know. I am afraid to look.


2%
2




Total answers
82