PART II.

Philosophy of the Cutting Qualities of Saw-Teeth.—The “Why and Wherefore” of the Cutting Pitch and Angles of Rip-Saw Teeth.—The Round Gullet-Tooth.—Chisel-Teeth and their Action on the Wood.-On the Various Angles Required for Cutting Hard and Soft Woods, with Explanations of Space, Pitch, Gullet, Gauge, Set, Rake and Points.—Names of Saws, with Dimensions, Form of Teeth, Descriptions and Explanations.—How to Choose a Saw; with Hints as to Form. Quality, Make and “Hang” of a Saw, with Remarks Concerning Different Makers—Sash-Saws, Dovetail-Saws, Rip-Saws, Panel-Saws, Cross-cut Saws, Bow-Saws, Web-Saws, Key-hole Saws, Compass-Saws and Tenon-Saws.