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Although there have been many reasons given for the nib, the most accepted one is that it was purely decorative. They break off too easily to have been used for a work purpose suck as notching before the cut. I personally subscribe to the idea that the Victorians loved detail!

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

I carry out voluntary work for a charity called Tools for self reliance. We refurbishes hand tools for apprentices in Africa. On the older cross cut saws .Can anybody explain the reason for the small nib on the top of the blade at the front on these older saws Regards Richard Frampton

-- Contributed by: R Frampton

Ben, I couldn't find anything on it. You might try to get your library to order in this books: http://www.amazon.com/Price-Guide-Antique-Tools/dp/1879335972

It should have something in there but it may not, which is why I don't recommend buying it.

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

Deborah - your saw's worth will depend a lot on the condition and the desirability in your area. An average price for this saw is $20 to $30 but that can vary with condition, location, and even auction to auction. Good luck

-- Contributed by: Marye Audet

We have an Irwin No. 22 US of A adjustable hole saw drill bit, we haven't been able to find a picture to compare it to or any info about its value or age, could you please help us find out about this or tell us where we can look to find out ourselves? thank you

-- Contributed by: Ben

we have a simonds #72 handsaw do youknow the value of this saw

-- Contributed by: deborah
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