Inspired by the legendary Maebiki whale-back saw, this hand saw for wood adapts a centuries-old design for modern timber construction. The lighter-weight blade is easier to guide through rip cuts while still providing the aggressive cutting action needed for tenon cheeks and general ripping tasks in green, soft or hard wood. Progressive rip teeth increase from 4.5 to 7.5 TPI along the blade, allowing smooth starts near the handle and faster material removal as the stroke develops.
Features: Traditional Maebiki whale-back inspired design Rip-cut tooth geometry for timber framing and log construction Progressive tooth pattern for smooth starts and faster cutting strokes Optimized for green, wet, soft and hard wood Narrower blade improves control along layout lines SK85 Japanese tool steel blade with impulse-hardened teeth for extended edge life 30° bent handle increases cutting leverage Japanese wingnut wood handle with natural rattan wraps Suitable for timber framing, pruning and bucking logs Made in Japan Specifications: Blade Length: 15.3" (390 mm) Overall Length: 24.8" (630 mm) Tooth Count: 4.5-7.5 TPI Blade Thickness: 0.031" (0.8 mm) Kerf: 0.055" (1.4 mm) Blade Material: SK85 Japanese tool steel Tooth Style: Rip-cut Handle Material: Japanese Wingnut wood Handle Angle: 30° Handle Wrap: Natural rattan What's Included: (1) Timber Framing Saw, Rip-Cut – 15"