Object Name
Wrest, Saw
Materials
Metal
Catalogue Number
1443
Dimensions
Length 13.6cm x 3.9cm x Height 1.2cm
Description
Small possibly hand-forged metal saw wrest. The top of the saw rest is rounded and has a single small narrow opening on the side that leads to a small round cutout towards the middle of the head. Attached to the head is a straight handle or stem.
History
Saw blades are not as straight as one may think. It is actually necessary for the blade of a saw to be set at a slight angle. A small curve in the saw’s teeth prevents the blade from getting stuck in the log it is cutting into. If a saw blade was straight it would only cut enough space for itself, not leaving enough room to remove the tool.
