In a message dated 7/12/2008 11:56:17 A.M. Central Daylight Time,  
matthew.groves@u... writes:
I can say that I'm pretty firm in the  "decorative" camp. Your words are
totally true, especially with how deep some  heels of saws are, that thumb
would be traveling some significant distance  just to stay on the top edge.

As to practicality I think you are also  completely correct, BUT I also think
that working wood in a 3-piece suit  isn't practical, and yet those old
timers must have known different.
 
John opines...

This is certainly a thought to nibble  at.

Cheers,
John

John M. Johnston,
"There is a fine line  between hobby and mental illness." Dave Barry
 

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