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181247 Gary Roberts <toolemera@m...> 2008‑07‑12 Re: Handsaw Nibs and Early Saws
Peter

As with StoneNib, the scroll decoration on Davis Levels referred to  
mystical rights of which we are no longer privy. I have heard that if  
you align a Davis Level to true north, you will always find your way  
home. But that may be hearsay.

But then I have also heard that by deciphering the meaning behind the  
Stanley Plane Numbering system, one will attain nirvana.

Gary

Gary Roberts
toolemera@m...
http://toolemerablog.typepad.com/
http://toolemera.com/

"I'ld rather read a good book, than write a poor one." Christopher  
Morley

On Jul 12, 2008, at 6:06 PM, P J McBride wrote:

GG's
Can someone help me out here...
What is the function of the scroll decoration an a Davis level?

Regards,
Peter,
In Melbourne casting his eyes over the significant amount of  
DECORATION on
the tools in my collection, and especially on the tools I like to
make...lots and lots of DEORATED tools...life is good!
www.petermcbride.com/planemaking/gallery/
www.petermcbride.com/oldtools/

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