KERYE Japanese Pull Saw 9.5 Inch, Hand Saw with Double Edges of 10/17 TPI and Replaceable Blade, Ryoba Wood Cuttter, Sharp and Light Woodworking Tools Gifts for Men and Women-KY01

Okay, so I've used a lot of different "western" saws, but I have never ventured into Japanese style saws. I kept seeing YouTube videos singing the praises of these "pull saws," so I thought that I would give it a try and chose this one from Amazon because it seemed low in price and had good reviews.I must say, for the price, it is everything that it promises to be. It is sharp, comes with a blade guard on each side, it assembles easily and is comfortable to use. I'm a little older, so I'm not going to squat down on a low bench or use those short sawhorses that sit inches above the ground, which makes the long handle a little less useful to me. I still find it comfortable to use on a high bench, though I'm probably choking up on the handle more than I should. I should point out that this is really a two-handed kind of tool. I've seen some videos where craftsmen go at it with just one hand; I don't think it can be controlled very well that way. I may be wrong.The blade is nice and wide, which helps make the cuts straight, assuming you get them started straight. On my western saw I usually began with a couple of pull strokes, guiding the blade with my left thumb. Then, held the board with my left hand while I pushed to cut. So, I tried a similar approach with this saw, except beginning with a push. This works best if you use very light pressure. Then once the cut is started, you're probably going to want both hands on the handle, so you need to have the board well clamped or secured on the short sawhorses with your weight, use your favorite method.The only weird thing comes with a long cut (a rip cut for example) where the teeth on the back of the blade start to enter the cut that you made (kerf). The cross-cut teeth have a wider "set" (resulting in a wider kerf), so the longer you can avoid having them enter the cut, the better. The length of the blade comes into play here; the longer the blade, the more freedom you have to change the angle of attack. I think this particular saw will suit my needs, because if I'm doing a really long cut, I'm opting for a power tool.My Western saws have a much wider kerf. I suppose the blade needs to be wider so that it is stiff enough to cut on the "push" stroke without folding. That's a good argument for using this saw, that narrower kerf means less waste and (IMHO) leads to a smoother cut. Of course, my KERYE saw is new and sharp, the smoothness of the cut may change with use.Overall, I am very pleased with the quality, accuracy and ergonomic features of this saw and look forward to becoming more skilled in its use.

The media could not be loaded. Okay, so I finally got my hands on the KERYE Japanese Pull Saw, the 9.5-inch Ryoba with the double edges. I've been wanting to try a Japanese pull saw for a while now, hearing all the buzz about how clean and efficient they are. Let me tell you, it definitely lives up to the hype!The first thing I noticed was how light it is. It feels really comfortable in my hand, not tiring at all even after a good bit of sawing. The handle has a nice grip too, which gives me a lot of control.But the real magic is in the cut. I first tried it on a piece of pine, and honestly, it felt like slicing through butter. The 10 TPI (teeth per inch) side really chews through the wood quickly for ripping along the grain. Then I flipped it over to the 17 TPI side for a crosscut on some oak. Wow! The cut was incredibly smooth and clean. I mean really clean. There's absolutely no tear-out, not even a splinter. It's like the saw just whispers its way through the wood, leaving behind a glass-like edge. I've used regular push saws before, and they just don't compare to the finesse of this pull saw.The fact that the blade is replaceable is a huge plus too. It means I won't have to buy a whole new saw when the blade eventually dulls. That's definitely a smart design.Honestly, I can see why people rave about these saws. It's a game-changer for woodworking. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this KERYE pull saw is a fantastic tool to have in your arsenal. And as a gift? Absolutely! Any woodworker, man or woman, would be thrilled to receive this. It's sharp, light, and delivers unbelievably clean cuts. I'm definitely impressed!

Good pull saw. Not "premium" feel, but it was far from premium price!! For what I paid, very good value. Seems to track straight and balances grabby aggressiveness and smooth cut well enough. Handle wrap does not inspire confidence but so far it's holding up ... though I've only put it through light use, to be fair. I have managed to smoothly cut off dowels from dowelling joints with minimal scratches on the face of boards. Overall, pleased with this saw for price I paid and would recommend.

Reasonably priced for high quality pruning saw or for fine wood work trim work. Solid feel and sharp blade.

I love this saw. This is my third pull saw, it is by far the largest of all the blades I own and it cuts great. I use it mostly for larger cuts, but it can accurately cut smaller applications. If you have never used a pull saw, it takes some getting used to, especially the larger model, but once you get the hang of it you won't go back.This blade is vary high quality. It does not disappoint.

I'm no saw connoisseur, but I have used a Japanese saw extensively on a 23ft boat building project and later learning to build boutique jewelry boxes. That saw had been purchased by a master cabinetmaker/craftsman who only bought high quality so this was my benchmark. This saw, while being a bolt together inexpensive model has been a good performer, feeling good in the hand and making precise accurate cuts. I'm happy and would buy this again.

This saw is perfect for small projects around the house. I use wood making crafts. An electric saw is just too bulky and heavy to handle cutting the smaller pieces I need. So this is an excellent choice! Easy to use and not hard to handle. The teeth aren't very large so the cut is clean and accurate. The time it takes to cut is very quick. Just need a bit of sand paper to smooth off the small splinters. The blades are replaceable when they become dull after long time use. It's a great value for the money spent.