Its tooth configuration (height of each tooth, shape, and angle relative to the saw’s circumference) allow it to predictably rip and crosscut most types of plywood with a minimum of tear out.

This metric indicates the number of teeth found in each inch of a particular hand saw’s blade. As a general rule, a saw with higher TPI achieves a smoother cut. Project Type ...

The least number of teeth you will find on a circular saw blade is about 14. A circular saw blade is only 7-1/4 inches in diameter. Fourteen teeth are ideal for the rough cuts on 2x4 framing ...

Knowing how to sharpen a hand saw will keep this tool working well for years to come. Depending on the type of saw you have, there's a safe way to sharpen it.