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    Nice micro saw Frank. I think I know it's origin.
    I have one myself that is at least 50 years old. Mine is an Xacto saw blade and handle used for model airplane construction.
    At least that was what I used mine for. Gotta love the old tools.
    Still being sold today:
    https://www.dickblick.com/products/x...waAjfCEALw_wcB

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    Quote Originally Posted by jjr2001 View Post
    Nice micro saw Frank. I think I know it's origin.
    I have one myself that is at least 50 years old. Mine is an Xacto saw blade and handle used for model airplane construction.
    At least that was what I used mine for. Gotta love the old tools.
    Still being sold today:
    https://www.dickblick.com/products/x...waAjfCEALw_wcB

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    Thanks JR, The only thing I remember about it is Bought it a very long time ago it still makes perfect cuts but I only use it to cut small trim mold or plastic for making the occasional picture frame. Wouldn't part with it for the $18.00 to replace it though.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ranald View Post
    Great piece of kit, FRANK. Looks like an aluminium mitre (miter) box. I have a smaller one for cutting window screen framing. I did have a small (bit bigger than yours Frank) wooden mitre box but dont know where it is or if I still have it : i've mistakenly lent stuff over the years & some returned damaged or not returned at all. LIVE & LEARN.
    My Dad always said "Don't borrow & don't lend" : I pretty much stuck with that advice but some wrangle my head space with stories & salesmanship.
    I have a larger wood miter box as well but since I got my Shop mate 12" miter saw I use that almost all the time.
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    For only 18 bucks in today's money it is not a bad price.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jjr2001 View Post
    For only 18 bucks in today's money it is not a bad price.
    I was thinking that but I wonder if it has made in the USA molded in the end of the handle like mine does.
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    Mine is also stamped made in USA. I researched a bit on line and found this:

    https://www.fastenal.com/products/details/0530675

    X-ACTO blades are designed to allow you to make the careful and detailed cuts you need time and time again. Our blades are created with care and exceptional craftsmanship, producing a cutting edge that stays sharp. An X-ACTO quality blade is always ready when you need it.

    Broad Tip Classic Blade provides a stronger point
    Stainless Steel Classic Blade is corrosion-resistant
    Extremely durable and long lasting
    Made in the USA

    So it looks like the No. 11 blade is still made in the USA. The Xacto headquarters in in Westerville Ohio but I could not find the factory location.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Frank S View Post
    I have a larger wood miter box as well but since I got my Shop mate 12" miter saw I use that almost all t he time.
    Yeah Frank, I bought a 10" Makita (not sliding) miter saw in 70's and still going stong but don't use it often now as I upgraded my 10" contractor to a 12" tablesaw with sliding table=a real treat but not mobile like the old contractor & makita.That is why I haven't missed my other missing one. With a 80 tooth & 90 tooth , the makita cuts smooth as silk but needs a little tweaking to get the accurate 45 degrees so i made a template for it yonks ago.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ranald View Post
    Yeah Frank, I bought a 10" Makita (not sliding) miter saw in 70's and still going stong but don't use it often now as I upgraded my 10" contractor to a 12" tablesaw with sliding table=a real treat but not mobile like the old contractor & makita.That is why I haven't missed my other missing one. With a 80 tooth & 90 tooth , the makita cuts smooth as silk but needs a little tweaking to get the accurate 45 degrees so i made a template for it yonks ago.
    I purchased a Dewalt powered miter saw years ago also. My only regret is not getting a slider as it would have come in handy a few times. I just don't have enough use cases to get rid of the current saw so unless things change it will likely be around when I kick the bucket.

    The little miter saw that leads this thread is interesting though as I'm trying to find a hobby that has less of an impact on the wallet. Currently I've been doing some weldments and carrying around a welder and and structural steel isn't as easy as it was ten years ago. I suspect that I have some sort of genetic defect that causes me to build things which I guess is better than a drug problem as this way I have something useful after the fact.

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    No defect at all wizard69..Making tools is quite rewarding and sometimes saves some cash!

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