I bought several Disston saws while out yardsailing with the wife. I am just getting into Neaderthaling (a verb???) and don't have the cash for new saws so we went the vintage route. Honestly, I didn't really do too much homework before I pick several up, but for a dollar or two, can you really go that wrong? I have been pleasantly surprised as I have cleaned them up. Here are the two I need advice on: I found I picked up an older D8 28" and the handle is in great shape. Here is the catch: there is a kink/curve in the blade and a corresponding tooth missing (see pictures) I know a missing tooth isn't the end of the world, but I am concerned as to whether the kink is a deal breaker. I know there are guys who will "saw smith" it straight for $30-40 plus shipping costs. The question is whether the saw is worth that level of expense or is this something to chalk up to experience?
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The second saw is also an older Disston 12 (which is a good thing I think) at 24" and 10 tpi. As you can see in the photos the teeth (can you call them that anymore) aren't much there. Is this something a first time sharpener like myself can fix? Is it just a matter of jointing and refiling? As you guys can tell I am very new to all this, any wisdom would be greatly appreciated!
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