Spear & Jackson Predator Bow Saw
Score: 75/100
Fiskars Pro 22-inch
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Fiskars Pro POWER TOOTH 22" Universal Hand Saw is a professional-grade tool designed for fast, smooth cuts through wood, laminate, and PVC. It features a 22-inch triple-ground steel blade with RapidStart technology for binding-free starts. Ideal for professional builders and DIY users needing versatile, high-control sawing in construction or landscaping.
The Spear & Jackson B9824BOWSAW is a 24-inch bow saw designed for rapid coarse cutting in hard, dry wood. It features a durable powder-coated tubular steel frame with adjustable tensioning and an ergonomic non-slip grip. While excellent for speed in rough timber tasks, it is not suitable for fine woodworking or green wood.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 inchesbest | 22 inches | |
4 TPI | 9 TPIbest | |
28.94 inchesbest | 22 inches | |
— | 2 mmbest | |
— | 0.5 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Plastic | Metal/SoftGrip |
Handle Type | Soft-feel Grip | Oversized D-Handle |
Dimensions & Weight(1) | ||
Overall Length (inches) | 28.94 inches | 22 inches |
Performance & Usage(4) | ||
Intended Use | Rough Timber | Construction, remodeling, landscaping |
Saw Type | Bow Saw | Fixed |
Cutting Action | Bidirectional | Universal |
Suitable Materials | Wood | Wood, Laminate, PVC |
Blade Specifications(5) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 24 inches | 22 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 4 TPI | 9 TPI |
Blade Material | Carbon Steel | Induction-hardened steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | mm | 2.0 mm |
Blade Width (inches) | inches | 0.5 inches |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Blade Coating | Hardpoint | Low-friction rust-preventative |
Replaceable Blade | true | false |
General(1) | ||
Warranty | Lifetime | |
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Available sources provide no direct quotes from professional reviewers or editors. Manufacturer descriptions emphasize its rapid cutting action and suitability for hard, dry wood, positioning it as a robust tool for coarse tasks. A retailer overview highlights the durability of the Hardpoint blades, noting they last up to five times longer than untreated alternatives.
Limited consumer data is available, with one retailer showing a positive reception based on a small sample size. No specific praise or complaints are detailed, and no recurring themes emerge from the results due to the lack of aggregated user feedback.
No direct expert reviews or editor quotes are available in the search results. Product pages emphasize performance claims such as 'razor-sharp' cuts and 'ultimate power/control,' positioning the tool as pro-grade for demanding tasks. Fiskars highlights RapidStart and POWER TOOTH technologies as key innovations for bind-free starts and edge retention.
Specific consumer reviews, ratings, or feedback are not quoted in the available sources, with some retailer pages showing placeholders without numbers. Inferences from specifications suggest potential praise for ergonomics and versatility, while potential complaints may relate to maintenance issues like blade tension found in similar models.
