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Gyokucho Ryoba Saw
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Two saws in one: rip teeth on one edge, crosscut teeth on the other. The most versatile hand saw for a small shop.
- Double-edged blade: rip and crosscut
- Pull-stroke cutting for accuracy
- Thin, flexible blade for flush cuts
- Replaceable blade
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What we like
- One saw covers most hand-sawing jobs
- Easy to start cuts accurately
- Light and comfortable
Watch out for
- No spine — takes practice to keep cuts square
- Blade can kink if forced
Two saws in one: rip teeth on one edge, crosscut teeth on the other. The most versatile hand saw for a small shop.
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