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Video: How to File a New Nib on a Hand Saw

Got an old saw with a broken nib? How about an old, used up long saw that would make a good candidate for cutting down into a shorter panel saw? Do you just want to build your own hand saw from scratch? Well then, you need to be able to file a new nib. No self respecting hand saw is complete without a proper nib. So here’s how I do it.

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Bob Rozaieski

I'm a passionate woodworking enthusiast of over 30 years, with an interest in the methods of pre-industrial joiners and cabinetmakers. I'm a furniture maker, teacher, and author, and I share my thoughts and experiences with the goal of educating and inspiring others who are pursuing the craft of traditional woodworking. In addition to writing about and teaching traditional woodworking, I also build commission pieces for customers, and speak at woodworking shows and seminars.

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