Gyokucho Flush Cutting Saw
Score: 85/100
Spear & Jackson Skew Back Saw 24-inch
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Razorsaw Gyokucho Flush Cutting Saw Ryoba 1151 is a compact Japanese pull saw designed for precise, scratch-free flush cuts on dowels and plugs. Its thin, flexible blade and dual-edge configuration offer exceptional versatility for fine woodworking. However, the non-replaceable blade and delicate nature require careful handling and limit its use for heavy-duty tasks.
The Spear & Jackson 9515K is a 24-inch traditional skew back saw designed for coarse, fast cutting in rough sawn timber, garden posts, and roofing joists. It features a hardened high carbon steel blade with 7 PPI resharpenable teeth and a comfortable riveted wooden handle to minimize fatigue during heavy-duty work. It is ideal for professional builders and DIY users handling heavy rough work.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4.92 inches | 24 inchesbest | |
32 TPIbest | 7 TPI | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.12 lbsbest | 1.4 lbs |
10.63 inches | 27.17 inchesbest | |
0.3 mm | 1 mmbest | |
1.26 inchesbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Beech Wood | Wood |
Handle Type | Riveted | Traditional Handle |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.12 lbs | 1.4 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 10.63 inches | 27.17 inches |
Performance & Usage(4) | ||
Intended Use | Flush Cutting, Dowel/Plug Trimming, Joint Trimming | Rough sawn timber, garden posts, roofing joists |
Saw Type | Japanese Pull Saw | Skew Back Saw |
Cutting Action | Pull | Unidirectional |
Suitable Materials | Hardwoods, Softwoods | Rough Timber, Chipboard, Plywood |
Blade Specifications(4) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 4.92 inches | 24 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 32/21 TPI | 7 TPI |
Blade Material | Impulse Hardened Steel | High carbon steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | 0.3 mm | 1.00 mm |
Build & Durability(1) | ||
Blade Coating | Rough | |
General(1) | ||
Warranty | Quality Guarantee | |
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Professional reviewers praise the exceptional sharpness, flexibility, and precision, highlighting the 0.3 mm blade and zero-set teeth for scratch-free flush cuts.
Users report high satisfaction with out-of-box sharpness and clean flush cuts, though some caution is advised regarding its delicate nature.
“really sharp”
“lovely and flexible”
“lovely and flat”
Search results lack independent professional reviews or editorials. Manufacturer sources emphasize its reliability for rough sawn timber, praising the fast cut, balance, and resharpenable teeth as ideal for demanding trades like roofing or gardening.
No direct consumer reviews or feedback in results. Descriptions highlight practical praise for comfortable handle and clean cuts in timber/chipboard, with no recurring complaints noted.
