Antique Bow Saw – Handcrafted Wood & Iron Frame

Description :
This antique bow saw features a hand-carved wooden frame and a forged iron blade, indicative of early utilitarian craftsmanship. At 34" wide and 26" tall, the saw was likely used for logging or rough timber work. Its turnbuckle tensioner and twin diagonal supports show signs of practical repair, suggesting regular use over the decades. With its aged patina, slight blade rust, and charming asymmetry, this piece stands as both a functioning tool and a collectible artifact of rural industry or pioneer woodworking.

Era: Late 19th to early 20th century

Style: American Primitive / Folk Tool Design

Technique: Handcrafted joinery and forged metalwork with pegged and doweled construction

Tools Used: Drawknife, chisel, hand drill, forge, and file for tooth setting

History: Likely used on a farmstead or in a small workshop for cutting firewood or beams. The form pre-dates mass-manufactured tools.

Manufacturer / Maker: Maker: Unknown (likely blacksmith or regional toolmaker)

Measurements: 34" W x 26" T

Suggested Weight: 8–10 lbs

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension: 38" L x 30" H x 4" D

Item Number : P15239

Category : Antique Tools

Brand : UK