If you're using it as a miter saw, then file crosscut.

	If you're using it as a dovetail saw, then file rip. 

	In both cases, I use fairly fine teeth.

	YMMV, Gary Katsanis
Albion New York, USA

	-----------------------------------------From: "Frank Filippone" 
To: "Old Tools"
Cc: 
Sent: Friday June 12 2020 7:09:43PM
Subject: [OldTools] How to file a BackSaw?

I have a 50-60's Diston backsaw I must sharpen to use. Is it filed rip

 or crosscut?

 On this particular saw, it looks like....both..... depending on where
I 
 look......

 It is pretty dull, and needs a full cleaning as well.... Lots of work
to 
 get a really nice saw back in shape....

 But how do I file it?

 -- 
 Frank Filippone BMWRed735i@g...
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