Some detailed information about Cross Cut Saw Handles

There are many different ways of connecting from a cross cut saw to a handle. Each way has its own characteristics including various problems, advantages and tradition of use. I have made an effort here to list those that I know about with examples of them.

There is additional information about handles in the manufacturer specific files for Atkins, Disston and Simonds.

1. Dillard patent connection type An unusual type of connection. I have only two pairs of this connection and one does not have its handle being only the cast metal parts.
   1. Large size pictures of the Dillard connection type Slow to load.

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2. Bolt connection type An unusual type of connection. I have only one pair of this connection.
   1. Large size pictures of the Bolt connection type Slow to load.

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3. Button connection type Not often used. I have several examples of this connection.
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4. Loop connection type An alternate common type of connection. About half of my connections are of this type.
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   2. Full size High Definition Pictures of the Loop connection type Very Slow to load.

5. Pin connection type Currently this is the most commonly used in the field. About half of my connections are of this type.
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   2. Full size High Definition Pictures of Pin connection type Very slow to load.