Spear & Jackson Skew Back Saw 24-inch
Score: 75/100
Jorgensen Pro Hand Saw
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Jorgensen 20 Inch Black Coated Pro Hand Saw is a versatile universal saw designed for fine cuts in woodworking, gardening, and drywall. It features a rigid 0.85 mm blade with a low-friction coating, though it lacks integrated angle markers. Ideal for DIYers and woodworkers needing precision trimming on softwood and plastic pipes.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
24 inchesbest | 20 inches | |
7 TPI | 11 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.4 lbsbest | — |
27.17 inchesbest | 20 inches | |
1 mmbest | 0.85 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Wood | ABS + TPE with aluminum core |
Handle Type | Traditional Handle | Ergonomic non-slip |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 1.4 lbs | lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 27.17 inches | 20.0 inches |
Performance & Usage(4) | ||
Intended Use | Rough sawn timber, garden posts, roofing joists | Woodworking, Gardening, Trimming, Drywall, Plastic Pipes |
Saw Type | Skew Back Saw | Universal Hand Saw |
Cutting Action | Unidirectional | Push-Pull |
Suitable Materials | Rough Timber, Chipboard, Plywood | Wood, Plastic, PVC, Drywall |
Blade Specifications(4) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 24 inches | 20 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 7 TPI | 11 TPI |
Blade Material | High carbon steel | Steel with black coating |
Blade Thickness (mm) | 1.00 mm | 0.85 mm |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Blade Coating | Rough | Low-friction black coating |
Replaceable Blade | false | |
General(1) | ||
Warranty | Quality Guarantee | |
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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.
Direct expert reviews for this exact model are unavailable, but similar 11 TPI fine-cut saws are praised by tool editors for their 0.85 mm blade thickness which reduces flex for precise cuts in softwood, laminate, and trim. Professionals note that induction-hardened teeth stay sharp longer and deliver 50% faster cutting than conventional saws.
User feedback patterns from comparable 11 TPI saws highlight common praise for aggressive fine cuts on wood, plastic, and PVC, along with quick chip removal and comfortable grips for extended use.
