A bow saw with a twist - what do you think?

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lethentymill home | projects | blog 58 posts in 503 days 244 days ago	Topic tags/keywords: hand tools bowsaw notches stretcher bar I bought this bow saw recently and wondered what the notches on the stretcher bar are for? Most features on hand tools are there for a reason; they rarely seem to be just decorative, which is why I’m curious. Images are provided below. -- Allan Fyfe, Lethenty Mill Furniture, http://www.lethenty-mill.com
CharlieM1958 home | projects | blog 7627 posts in 1112 days 244 days ago	If there is (or was) a peg at the bottom of the twist lever, I’d say the notches could be to help keep it from slipping. -- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"
Bill White home | projects | blog 111 posts in 854 days 244 days ago	Same reason they put a nib on the handsaw. Bill
Woodenfisherman home | projects | blog 4 posts in 255 days 244 days ago	I agree with Bill, it just makes for great conversations. Great peice for the collection though, I am sure you will enjoy sharing ideas on its purpose. -- Jeff, Kansas City
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