All the variety of the handsaws( dovetail , rip , crosscut , et.c ) , you’ll find in woodworking are seperated in the three big categories of panel saws , back saws and frame saws .
Before i’ll proceed to my favorite handsaws and my suggestions , let me give you a quick reminder :
1) Panel Saws .
They are the totally flexible ones , made by a thin blade having in one side the teeth and in the other nothingand called : the back of the saw . They also have a handle of course .
There are very common ones and we cut wood in all the directions we like .
2) The Back Saws .
They are for more precise wood cutting and in their back they have a brass – steel metal , in order to avoid the saw bending . Their teeth are smaller and make very precise cuts .
3) The Frame Saws .
In here we have two “arms” and by using the tension power we keep a cutting blade tight , in order to cut wood .
If you want the complete handsaw post with extented information , go HERE .
** At the end of this post i’ll give you a complete list of the most wanted saw brands .
So let’s begin with my suggestions :
The Gyokucho Razorsaw Flush Cutting Double Edge Saw 125mm with Wood Handle .
The Japanese style handsaws are a “must” for all the woodworkers and this is a very elite saw suggestion for you , made by top steel with cross-cut teeth in its sides and a fine beech wood handle .
Make your price checking and purchase on Amazon in here .
This little Japanese “beast” cuts very smoothly , without damaging the surface as its teeth have no set and i think this is its big advantage . Be careful not to treat it as a European or US , “push saw” . It’s a PULL saw and this is how it works perfectly .
No disadvantages in here and yes , i like the japanese woodworking mentality and products very much .
** If you want the complete Japanese handsaw list-series go in HERE on Amazon .
This DEWALT Double Edge Pull Saw , Japanese style handsaw is a very nice suggestion for you and its craftmanship is in the well known Dewalt standarts of quality and resistance .
Is isn’t an expensive handsaw , It’s around to the 20$ and it has 7TPI( “teeth” per inch ) and 14TPI in its two cutting edges .
It’s alloy steel quality is in the top of the stell “pyramid” for sure .
Go to the Amazon and make your purchase in HERE .
Having the same approach as the Japanese style saws , this coping saw for your inside holes cuttings from the Stanley is needed when you want to cut – shape – “clean” the inside of a woodworking design .
It’s super sharp in order to give you flexibility and precision and you won’t have any issue while you’re cutting “strange” and difficult patterns .
It has a 7TPI number for its “teeth” and the handle is plastic . In here i may have a word to say because i like the wooden handles , but i suppose it’s ok .
You can see the final details and make your buy from Amazon , in HERE .
The next frame , coping saw i think it’s a very nice and will help the most , your inside curved designs and you’ll may remember your kid school years .
This Groz frae saw is very easy to use from anyone and i don’t think there is a person who hasn’t used this kind of saw iin his life .
Its great advantage is , its precision and the total control it gives you whan you cut circles , arcs , et.c .
It comes with a saw blade attached and it’s chrome coated finish for resistance to wear . You won’t have to have another one , you only need to change and purchase blades to attach .
It’s super cheap and you may go to Amazon to supply it , in HERE .
You can make your dovetail cuts with a Japanese handsaw , but having a dovetail handsaw is better , because it’ll give you more handle(plastic) comfort to cut precise , your joinery pieces .
This Bahco 10″ is a fine choice and it isn’t expensive , it’s in the 20$ bucks area . You can make more cuts and not only your dovetail , but its 15TPI “teeth” are focused in the dovetail area .
If you want to purchase it and see more , go to Amazon here .
A Bow hand saw for your Green wood(trees , branches , et.c ) cuttings will always be a “must” for all the woodworkers and this suggestion of mine will help you the most .
The Gardena arco 530 : 530mm Sierra .
Gardena saw don’t need much talking and this bow saw is made from the best alloy steel , they’ll never have rust problems and they have the 25 years Warranty from Gardena !!!!!!!
Make your purchase here on Amazon .
The sharpness of its teeth is from “another planet” and they’re designed for smooth – fast and no sweat cuttings from you . Whoever has used a Gardena once in his life , knowa what i mean .
It cuts “like butter” literally !!!!
The screwing mechanism gives the appropriate tension to the blade and the rest is history !!!! and yes you read reight above : 25 years of Gardena warranty !!!!!!!!
If you want also a folding handsaw for your green wood cutting activities , i highly recomend you to choose again from the same company , the Gardena . I have many saw types from this company and i’ve enjoyed them the most .
The Garden Folding Saw , “200 P” .
This medium sized folding “beast” will become one of your favorite saw , i’m sure for that .
It’s super solid , having a thick but flexible as it needs blade and the folding mechanism won’t get damaged “till eternity(!) ” , no matter how it may “suffer” from you .
Make your buy from Amazon here .
No more words from me . This is an EXCEPTIONAL choice for your green wood .
Before i tell yo uthe most important and wanted handsaws , i’ll give you , 2 handsaw “Ferrari” and i want to tell you to be “heart attack” careful when you see their price .
BUt i know this ” if you get them you’ll have them , your kids too , your grand kids too , til the end of time with some drops of oil for protection from moisture .
The first is this 26″ Disston and what words can i say for this classic masterpiece hand saw ?
This is the situation that we mean when we say , totally perfection .
See its price on Amazon and buy it if you can afford here .
The next one has the 1/3 of the preice of the Disston but it’s craftsmanship is at the very top “shelf” and it’s the :
Lynx Garlick Thomas Flinn British 22” .
The steel is perfect , the handle finish is perfect ( stained beech ) , the teeth are so well made and sharp , the general icon – craftsmanship is exceptional and it’s way less expensive than the above Disston .
It comes to around 90$ and get it from Amazon here . It’s a British piece .
Most Wanted handsaw brands :
1) Disston & antique Disston Saws .
2) A.F Shotwell .
3) Belknap .
4) E.C Atkins .
5) Florip .
6) George H. Bish0p .
7) Kenyon .
8) Lie – Nielsen .
9) Thomas Terner .
10) Wenzloff & sons .
11) Winchester .
12) Thomas Tillotson & co .
13) Smith .
14) Wheeler , Madden & Clemson .
15) Rob Cosman .
16) Richard Groves & sons .
17) Simonds .
18) Richardson Brothers .
Keep Woodworking and the happiness will come in the “auto mode” !!!