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  1. 06-21-2018, 2:30 PM #1
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    Vintage Backsaw ID & Info

    Came across this saw....stamped with ASMALL or ASKALL London with a hammer? (not sure)
    anyone know?
    blade is 14 1/4" long
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    William Ashall, worked at 7 Whitmore Rd in London, 1890s.
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    ASHALL William; 4 (7) Whitmore Road, Hoxton, London. (1861 - 1898).

    The use of a trademark (apparently a sawsmithing hammer) is rare in a London maker.

    Source; British Saws & Sawmakers from c1660, Simon Barley
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    Thank you Pete & Stewie…..I appreciate your help....
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    http://www.hawleytoolcollection.com/index.php?sheffield-tool=saws

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