Lynx Dovetail Saw - Walnut Handle
The Verdict
Lynx Dovetail Saw Review By: I.Ball
Category: New Dovetail Saws
Manufacturer: Thomas Flinn & Co.
Tool Type: Dovetail Saw
Model No: Walnut Handle
The Lynx walnut handled dovetail saw review covers the Lynx saw made
by Thomas Flinn & Co of Sheffield, England.
This Lynx saw has a real good look and feel about it due in part to
the saw being fitted with an American black walnut handle which is secured
to blade with the use of three old-style brass split-nuts which sit
flush with the handle.
The Lynx walnut handled dovetail saw is only made in one size:
- 8 inch
The alloy spring steel blade has a depth of 58mm (2 1/4 inches).
These saws are made with a choice of two teeth type:
- Rip
- Crosscut
The rip teeth are specialised for cutting with the grain and the crosscut teeth
are specialised for cutting across the grain.
These saws have 20 tpi (teeth per inch), with teeth which can be resharpened repeatedly
for a long life.
The saw blade has a large etching of the Lynx brand which adds to the beauty of
the saw.
The saw blades have a weighted brass back spine which offers extra control,
tension and purchase while offering an added attractive appearance.
The American walnut handled Lynx dovetail saw has a beautiful mirror finished brass
back spine.
The Lynx walnut dovetail saws are almost identical to the E.T. Roberts & Lee
Dorchester dovetail saw design with the main difference being the etching on the
blade.
The saws are presented in a brown cardboard 'Lynx Saws' presentation box with green
writing.
Cautions / Notes
* Important: please refer to the 'disclaimer' at the foot of this review.
* Wearing safety clothing and eye protection is usually a good idea to help protect against injury.
- This tool has sharp parts, take suitable precautions when using/handling/storing
the tool to prevent injury.
- Failure to loosen parts when making adjustments can result in damage
to the tool. Never force a part to move.
- Overtightening parts can cause damage to the tool.
Saw Construction
Handle: American Black Walnut - finished with Danish oil
Number Of Buttons: 3
Type Of Buttons: Brass, Split-nut
Spine: Brass
Blade Markings: 'E.Garlick & Son, Sawmakers For Over A Century, Lynx Brand, Lynx, Sheffield'
Manufactured Dates
2000 - Today
History / Updates
Pre-2008/2009 - The Lynx walnut dovetail saw had two handle securing
buttons, one of which was faced with a medallion. The handle also had a gold feather
design on the holding part of the handle.
Pre-2008/2009 - 2016 - The Lynx walnut dovetail saw was presented
in a green presentation box with viewing window.
2009 - Today - The Lynx walnut dovetail saw handle design has been updated
to include three brass buttons (split-nut), with no medallion and no gold foliage
design. The handle setup is almost identical to the new E.T. Roberts & Lee Dorchester
dovetail saw design.
2016 - Today - The Lynx walnut dovetail saw is presented
in a brown cardboard presentation box with green writing.
References
- Thomas Flinn & Co.
Disclaimer
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something to which this review's scope does not guarantee to extend to.
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in good faith however any such information should not be solely relied upon and should not be seen
as the exhaustive list of warnings / advisory notes / cautions / guidelines.
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good health of your tool.
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for the good health of your tool and property.
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changes to the product, please confirm any details for yourself by performing additional
research from reliable sources.
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