How to Choose a Hand Saw By Bending & Tapping

High-quality woodworking tools will save you time and money over a period of time because the tools will perform effectively for years. Although it might be tempting to save money and purchase lesser-quality tools, resist the urge and buy the best you can afford. Although you probably need electric saws for a variety of tasks, a hand saw is also important for other sawing and cutting jobs. Choose a hand saw by bending and tapping the blade to ensure that you get a high-quality tool.

Instructions

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  Hold the saw by its handle with the blade horizontal in front of you. Do not touch or rest the blade on any surface.
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  Position your ear near the blade and tap your index finger firmly on the metal blade. Listen to hear what kind of sound you hear from the metal blade. A high-quality metal blade will produce a clear ring after you tap it.
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  Hold the saw handle very firmly in one hand and grasp the tip of the blade with the other hand. Bend the tip of the saw so the blade forms a half circle. The saw blade should bend easily into a round shape.
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  Release the tip of the saw blade abruptly to see what the blade does. A high-quality saw blade will spring back in a straight line with little reverberation. A lesser-quality saw blade might bounce back and forth several times before settling down in a straight line.

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