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251772 Michael Blair <branson2@s...> 2014‑11‑22 Re: Marples 6808 mitre box query
> The "miter box" in question is for picture framing. The question is
> what is the best size saw for it? Anybody got one?

I have a Stanley framing vise and a Marsh which have the same set up
for using a saw.  A 14 inch back saw does the trick.  I've used a
Craftsman 14 inch back saw and a Spear and Jackson 14 incher.  You
could go a little longer maybe, but not much longer.

Mike in Sacto

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