SUIZAN Flush Cut Saw 5" - Professional Japanese Pullsaw Ryoba Double Edge Handsaw Woodworking Tools

you know, like your typical American-made hand saw. If you manhandle this, it will bend. It is, however, very forgiving on the learning curve.I’d wanted one of these for a LONG time, I thought, and for the price, needing something to make flush cuts in wooden plugs - and a LOT of trim/molding I found out later - I thought I’d buy one.First off, this is SHARP! First day, right out of the package, I somehow managed to cut my palm on the blade and I didn’t even feel it, just noticed red on my hand. Give this a LOT of respect.The cut on PULL design took about five seconds to get used to. It’s counterintuitive to how western saws work but once you use it, you’ll wonder why ALL saws aren’t made this way. Push-pull, different philosophies, same net result - this just seems easier.What I find this most useful for is making very fine, very thin cuts in wood trim and molding where the use of a handsaw would be awkward, or a chopsaw not giving me the fine control I need for smaller cuts or on smaller pieces of wood.This is very comfortable in the hand and makes very accurate cuts - the kerf is so fine I have to get higher power reading glasses to make sure I’m cutting ON or next to a 0.5mm mechanical pencil line - not that a cut that thin would make that much difference in fitting on the kind of stuff I work on, but I like to know where I’m cutting.This is small enough, light enough, to fit in your tool bag and get lost in there.One tip, and I don’t know for sure if this is stainless or not, but I folded a piece of paper in the plastic tube it came packaged in then soaked it with an anti-rust product. Cheap insurance and less chance of the teeth getting dinged/dented/dulled.One of my favorite tools now. Collect the set, save ‘em, trade ‘em!

This Suizan pull saw is an absolute gem for flush cutting dowels, plugs, and inlays. Made in Japan from high-quality Japanese steel, the 5" double-edged blade slices through hardwood and softwood effortlessly. Its thin 0.012" blade delivers precise, clean cuts with minimal tear-out, and the non-set teeth ensure it won’t mar surfaces. The lightweight handle is comfortable even during long sessions, and the pull-stroke cutting method reduces fatigue while giving you better control. A must-have for fine woodworking.

Very sharp. Very flexible. Good value. Perfect for cutting off dowel plugs for pocket holes.

Nice sharp little saw, works well and gets the job done. Handle probably won’t last for very long but for the price I think it should be fine!

I want to start this out by saying that I did not buy this saw because I needed it. This was bought solely based on seeing a friend of mine use one as well as my favorite YouTubers. I have waiting this long to review it because I wanted to use it on different materials and get past the learning curve.First and foremost...the learning curve. Get ready because there is one. Having grown up using a push saw for things, I figured that going to a pull saw would be easy. Not entirely. Pushing a pull saw can and will cause the blade to bend under pressure. However, take your time and use some scrap wood. It honestly only takes a few strokes to get the hang of it. Every now and then you will try to push it but the more you use it, the less that will happen. THEN, you will wonder why it took you so long to go to one.Secondly, this little saw can cut! I have used it on dowels, board trimming, cleaning dados and cutting Kaizen foam. It is extremely sharp and makes quick work of what ever you are needing. The result of the cut is smooth and requires very little sanding. Make sure to pay attention to the hardwood/softwood sides of the saw. The thin blade curves when you need it to without gouging the surrounding surface. Given the thin blade, the handle was my worry. The handle is easy to hold and allows you to make great cuts with little effort. A death grip isn't needed. Let the saw blade do the work and you will also be amazed.Overall, this little saw has sold me on pull saws. I will be ordering other sizes and styles of Suizan saws.Like the other reviewers have stated, I love it and don't know why I waited so long to get one.

I recently used the Japanese Style Pull Saw for flush cutting dowel, and I must say, I was thoroughly impressed! This saw is an absolute game-changer when it comes to flush cuts.The "pull saw" design of this product means that it cuts through materials via a pulling motion, resulting in a cleaner and smoother cut than what you typically get with a "push saw." I was able to achieve precise, flush cuts with minimal effort, thanks to the lightweight design and high-quality Japanese steel blade.Another thing I love about this saw is its versatility. With a robust blade for hardwood and a blade for softwood, it can cut through a wide range of woods, including oak, sandalwood, ebony, maple, and pine. The quality of the cuts remained consistent, regardless of the type of wood I was working with.It's also worth noting that the Japanese Style Pull Saw is made in Japan by master craftsmen with a long history of craft-making tradition. The attention to detail and quality control is evident in every aspect of this product.Overall, I highly recommend the Japanese Style Pull Saw to anyone in need of a versatile and reliable saw for their woodworking projects. Its unique design and high-quality construction make it a top contender in the market, and the ease of use and precision it provides make it a must-have for any woodworking enthusiast.

Well-made, sharp ready to use, love it! Has a great handle.

Great saw! If you are careful and go slow, you can get a straight cut with it. But it's really really tough. I'm working on some expensive material, so I wanted a very fine, thin cut. This saw gave exactly what I was looking for.