What is the size range(s)? I have saws ranging from 20 TPI to 4.5 TPI. Swappable hammers? I lucked into a 42X for < $50. As Scott said, if easily calibrated and accurate covering the size range then $75 = Contented.
Derek; attached is an article that covers the 2 different sized hammers featured on the Eclipse # 77 Saw Sets.
http://benchblog.com/2013/12/eclipse-77-saw-sets/
regards Stewie;
I am a contributor to the sky high prices on the Stanley 42x. I bought one in really good condition with the original box and instruction sheet on eBay. Based on the lack of wear on the hammer and anvil, the saw set appears not to have been used very much. Even though the price was high, I was pleased to get it. I have an engineer/machinist friend who might be able to make a hammer with a narrower nose. The instruction sheet mentions that they were available back in the day.
For those who wonder if I got a different model without realizing it, mine has 42X cast into the handle on the underneath side.
“What this country needs is a good 5 cent cigar” and and a good $75 saw set. It would be ok if the saw set came from Canada.
The only fault I found with purchasing a highly used 42x is the original hammer springs tend to soften over time. Replacement springs are available.
https://secondchancesawworks.bigcart...no-42x-saw-set
Stewie;
One set of the replacement springs was purchased for one of my saw sets. In my opinion, if the old springs are working, don't change them out. The new springs require more effort to set a tooth. Also, the new hammer spring needed to be trimmed a bit to allow the hammer to fully reach the anvil.
jtk
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty."
- Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965)
The 42X takes out almost all, or at least the vast majority, of human error. For those that don't know, it has a decent sized plunger that grabs the saw plate, holding it in a consistent position, before it engages the tooth.
I used a 42W for decades before I ever knew anything about a 42X. The 42W didn't have the plunger. I had to stone teeth a lot more back then, than I do now since getting the 42X's. No doubt part of that is experience, but with a hand somewhat tired from filing all the teeth, that grabbing plunger is a welcome thing to have. I set most of the time after filing the teeth.
I don't see the benefit of any new design that doesn't include some type of grabbing mechanism.
Fair call Jim. But if you read the sellers brief, based on feedback a design change was made to the outer replacement spring to address the issue you raised.
regards Stewie;After selling out the original run I took the opportunity to make improvements based on feedback. The inner, smaller spring is untouched but the outer spring is 25% to help with return rate and resistance. The size and installation remains the same
Thanks Stewie,
This may have been missed or it may have taken place after my purchase. In any case the old springs are still in the shop and may be used or the new springs adjusted. It may also be the local Wilco hardware has springs in their bins that will serve well for this.
jtk
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty."
- Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965)
Rob, depending upon which currency you're quoting, it would sound reasonable. I still have a balance left on my gift card .......
Young enough to remember doing it;
Old enough to wish I could do it again.
Check this tool. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=saw+set+t...s_ts-doa-p_1_8