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Occupations: saw piercer

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My father and his father were saw piercers in Aston. I have a vague idea what is was all about, wondered if anyone has come across ancesters that had the same occupation.?
 
:angel: There is a full explanation here...
https://www.sca.unimelb.edu.au/metal/tech/sawpiercing.html

METALSMITHING
SAW PIERCING
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Saw piercing is a technique used extensively in jewellery making and metalsmithing. It is a relatively simple process that requires some practice to master. It is a technique that can be used in many different situations. A piercing saw is capable of cutting through a range of different materials including metal, plastic and wood, although it is mostly used on metal....
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