Rare 28" Pre-1875 Disston No. 7 Hand Saw Rip Saw - Split Nut, Keystone Medallion

Description

View Rare 28" Pre-1875 Disston No. 7 Hand Saw Rip Saw - Split Nut, Keystone Medallion with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Henry Disston & Sons 1880's No.7 Rip Saw 28" 5 TPI. abbreviation, surrounding the classic balance scales inside a double-lined keystone. Authentic Split-Nut Fasteners: Features the original, recessed brass split-nut screws on the back of the handle. Henry Disston & Sons 1880's No.7 Rip Saw 28" 5 TPI SPECIFICS:Brand: Henry Disston & SonsModel: No. 7Original/Reproduction: Antique OriginalYear Range: 1871–1875Blade Length: 28 InchesType: Rip Saw (Approx. 5-5.5 PPI)Country/Region of Manufacture: United States (Philadelphia, PA)DESCRIPTION:Up for sale is a highly prized, authentic piece of early American woodworking history: an antique Henry Disston & Sons No. 7 Straight-Back 28" Hand Saw, firmly dated to the 1871–1875 production window.While 26-inch saws are standard, this is the highly sought-after 28-inch extra-long model, making it a much scarcer find for vintage tool enthusiasts.Key Features & Historical Details:Authentic Split-Nut Fasteners: Features the original, recessed brass split-nut screws on the back of the handle. Disston completely phased these out by 1876, pinning this saw perfectly to the early 1870s.1871–1875 Keystone Medallion: The crisp brass medallion displays "H. DISSTON & SONS" with the historic "PHILADA." abbreviation, surrounding the classic balance scales inside a double-lined keystone.Premium 28" Aggressive Rip Profile: Outfitted with massive, aggressively raked teeth filed straight across for ripping lumber along the grain (approximately 5 to 5.5 Points Per Inch). Early 28-inch rip saws are significantly harder to find than standard variants.Original Beech/Applewood Handle: The handle features a beautifully formed, intact "lamb's tongue" profile. Both the upper and lower horns remain fully intact with no major breaks—a rarity for a tool of this age.Condition Report:The saw is in beautiful, honest "as-found" antique condition. The wood handle shows a gorgeous naturally aged patina with only minor surface nicks from a lifetime of careful ownership. The massive 28" steel blade has a dark gray patina with a faint, readable "CAST STEEL 7 WARRANTED" factory etch. The blade is straight.Note for Users/Restorers: There is a localized rust pit right along the tooth line (see close-up photo). It will need to be jointed and filed out if you intend to bring it back into daily workshop rotation, or it can be left exactly as-is for a stunning historical display piece.Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to judge the condition for yourself. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Tools, Hardware & Locks › Tools › Carpentry, Woodworking › Saws. Brand: Disston.

Brand

Disston

Original/Reproduction

Antique Original

Country of Origin

United States