Vintage Trojan No. 43 Coping Saw Jeweler's Saw Frame, 5 inch, Made in USA

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Vintage Trojan No. 43 Coping Saw Frame, 5 inch, Made in USA
. Also known as a “Jeweler’s Saw Frame.” Age of saw is unknown but "Trojan" was originally the major brand of Ackermann, Steffan & Company (Chicago, Illinois). After World War II, the company was acquired by the Parker Manufacturing Company of Chicago, Illinois which moved production to Worcester, Massachusetts. The flat frame of this saw is constructed of a heavy steel with nickel-plated finish. Brand name, model, and country of origin are all stamped on the frame, as shown in the photos. Comfortable hardwood stained handle measures 4 inches in length, including steel ferrule. Steel ferrule remains tight and not loose. Tool measures 10-3/4 inches in overall length. Throat depth measures 5 inches. Saw holds a 5 inch blade with "plain" ends that is held (sandwiched) between the locking clamps (thumbscrew and square nuts) that tighten against the blade at both ends. Any size pin-type blade will work, as long as the pins are cut off and the blade is shortened to 5 inches or so. No blades are included in this listing. This is a solid coping saw. When you place it in your hand, you have that secure feeling that you’re working with a good quality tool. Additional Listing Keywords: Lapidary, Clockmaker, Watchmaker, Horologist, Gunsmith, Metalsmith, Metalwork, Fret Saw, Piercing Saw. Please Note: Handle will be unscrewed from saw frame and carefully secured separately within the same package, in order to better facilitate shipping.
ITEM CONDITION
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Quality vintage tool in USED condition. Very clean. Selling as-found and unrestored. Ideal for those wishing to put to use or restore for collection. No previous owner marks or engravings. Everything appears to be in great working condition, showing only minimal usage wear. No blades are included. Photos shown are of the ACTUAL item that you will receive. Carefully examine the listing photos for the best overall description of the listed item and to assess exact condition. Used items are not brand new and, as such, should not be compared to brand new. Used items are expected to show some wear since they are pre-owned and they are sold on an “as-is”, “as-shown” and “as-described” basis with no warranties expressed or implied. Due to lighting effects, computer monitor brightness/contrast settings, etc., actual colors may vary slightly from what appears online. Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions BEFORE bidding or making a purchase. I encourage questions and answer them promptly. Feel free to also request any additional photos. I never knowingly try to misrepresent any item I sell.
HANDLING
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SHIPPING
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QUESTIONS
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