The font is different between "For ease in use" and ~ED, so my guess is
'WARRANTED'
On Jun 12, 2012 8:26 AM, "Adam R. Maxwell"  wrote:

> Hi Tony,
>
> On Jun 11, 2012, at 21:55 , dynnyrne@n... wrote:
>
> > Seems that "RICA WORKS" is a bad strike of "AMERICA WORKS"
> >
> > see
> >
> > http://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/early-biggin-son-handsaw-133006562
>
> Ah, that's excellent, thanks!  I should have done a bit more
> searching :).
>
> After another round of cleaning with 600 grit, the other
> stamp is more clear, and appears to read
>
> For Ease In
>   use
>  ?????ED
>
> http://smu.gs/LWXQGC
>
> Gauged (as it says elsewhere)?  Tempered?  Tapered?  Smurfed?
>
> Adam
>
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