Japanese Handsaws, an Introduction

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Japanese handsaw cuts on the:

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pull stroke

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Safety protocol for handsaws:

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safety glasses, closed toe shoes, no loose strings, no loose hair, long pants, use clamps, safety goggles.

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Type of Japanese handsaw?

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dozuki

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Type of Japanese handsaw?

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ryoba

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Type of Japanese handsaw?

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kugihiki

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Crosscut cuts wood perpendicular to the grain.

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True

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Ripcut cuts wood

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parallel to the grain

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Benefit of Japanese handsaw?

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control

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Benefit of Japanese handsaw?

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precision