Japanese Rip/Crosscut Saw

This is an impressive saw. Developed for construction use, it readily cuts plywood, particleboard and PVC pipe, but can be used for fine work as well.

The flush-cutting tooth pattern is particularly useful for undercutting end grain (e.g., when you want to trim just a smidgen off a chair leg to stop it from rocking). It cuts on the pull stroke, and has a 265mm (10 1/2") 14 tpi blade, impulse-hardened teeth, and a soft, non-slip handle (various colors).