Spear & Jackson Skew Back Saw 24-inch
Score: 75/100
Craftsman CMHT20138
Score: 75/100Rankings
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.
The Craftsman CMHT20138 is a 12-inch solid frame hacksaw designed for cutting plastic, wood, and metal with a 24 TPI carbon steel blade. Its adjustable angles and sturdy metal frame make it reliable for basic hacksaw tasks and flush cuts. It is best suited for DIY users and homeowners needing a durable, affordable hacksaw for straight cuts.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 inchesbest | 12 inches | |
7 TPI | 24 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.4 lbs | 1.3 lbsbest |
27.17 inchesbest | 15.75 inches | |
1 mmbest | 0.76 mm | |
— | 0.5 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Wood | Plastic |
Handle Type | Traditional Handle | D-Handle |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 1.4 lbs | 1.30 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 27.17 inches | 15.75 inches |
Performance & Usage(4) | ||
Intended Use | Rough sawn timber, garden posts, roofing joists | Multi-Material |
Saw Type | Skew Back Saw | Hacksaw |
Cutting Action | Unidirectional | Push |
Suitable Materials | Rough Timber, Chipboard, Plywood | Multi-Material |
Blade Specifications(4) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 24 inches | 12 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 7 TPI | 24 TPI |
Blade Material | High carbon steel | Carbon Steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | 1.00 mm | 0.76 mm |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Blade Coating | Rough | None |
Replaceable Blade | false | true |
General(1) | ||
Warranty | Quality Guarantee | Lifetime |
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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.
No in-depth expert reviews or editorials were found in the search results. Retail listings highlight the high-strength frame, 225 lb tension capacity, and comfort features as reliable for basic hacksaw tasks.
Consumer feedback is minimal, with high ratings from sparse reviews. Common praise centers on the sturdy build and comfortable grip, with no recurring complaints noted in the available data.
