Suizan Ryoba
Score: 92/100
Suizan Dozuki 6-inch
Score: 92/100Rankings
The Suizan Ryoba is a professional-grade Japanese pull saw featuring a 9.5-inch double-edge blade with 9 TPI for rip cuts and 15 TPI for cross cuts. It utilizes razor-sharp Japanese steel with a thin kerf to deliver clean, precise cuts with minimal effort, available in folding and fixed handle variants.
The Suizan Dozuki Dovetail Saw is a professional-grade Japanese pull saw designed for precise joinery tasks like dovetails and tenons. It features an ultra-thin blade that leaves a clean finish unmatchable by Western saws, though it requires a learning curve for new users. It is best suited for intermediate to professional woodworkers who prioritize precision and clean edges.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9.5 inchesbest | 6 inches | |
— | 25 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.44 lbs | 0.35 lbsbest |
23.62 inchesbest | 15.16 inches | |
0.5 mmbest | 0.3 mm | |
2.5 inchesbest | 0.83 inches |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(1) | ||
Handle Material | Cane-wrapped or Polypropylene | Rattan |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.44 lbs | 0.35 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 23.62 inches | 15.16 inches |
Performance & Usage(2) | ||
Intended Use | Woodworking | Joinery |
Saw Type | Japanese Pull Saw | Dozuki |
Blade Specifications(4) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 9.5 inches | 6 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 9/15 TPI | 25 TPI |
Blade Thickness (mm) | 0.5 mm | 0.3 mm |
Blade Width (inches) | 2.5 inches | 0.83 inches |
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Professional reviewers, including Jonathan Katz-Moses, praise the Suizan Ryoba as a personal favorite for all-around hand sawing due to its weight balance, sharp edge, and thin kerf. Experts highlight the efficiency of the pull-stroke design and the durability of the Japanese steel, though they note that users must adapt to the non-cutting forward motion.
Everyday consumers commonly praise the saw for its immediate sharpness, smooth cutting performance, and lightweight efficiency compared to Western saws. Users appreciate the versatility of the dual-edge blade and the value for Japanese quality. Recurring complaints focus on the difficulty of cleaning cane handles, the initial learning curve for the pull stroke, and occasional cosmetic cracks in the hand-wrapped handles.
Professional reviewers praise the Suizan Dozuki for its precision in joinery, noting its ability to leave a thin 0.5mm kerf and a clean finish unmatchable by Western saws.
Everyday users commonly praise the saw's razor-sharp performance and ability to produce clean cuts on hardwoods, noting that it cuts smoothly and aggressively once they adapt to the pull motion.
“My personal favorite for all around hand sawing”
“Razor-sharp cuts immediately; smooth, clean edges on various woods”
“Leaves a thin kerf of 0.5mm and a clean finish that cannot be replicated with Western saws”
