Category:Saws

Saws are cutting tools with teeth or an abrasive edge that work by repeatedly ripping little bits out of a suitable material. They are most commonly used on wood ^{[citation needed]} but special saws and saw blades exist for various materials like metals, stone or glass to name a few.

A disadvantage of saws is that they tend to create a lot of dust and noise...

Blade Maintenance

Many saws have replaceable blades, but even these can be quite costly and may be worth repairing once the time comes. Before sharpening, a blade may have to be set (DE: geschränkt) with a special tool to regain its cutting ability.

Here's a great video class with information on sharpening and setting dovetail saws (starting about 40 minutes in).