Shark Corp 10-2410 Fine-Cut 19-Point Finish Saw

Shark 10-2410 Fine-Cut 19 Point Finish Saw - I like this one for miter box cuts on thin stuff, but that's probably only because I'm used to a back saw. Their 10-2210 is really better for that, but ..... This does very nice work with trim. The description above says 17tpi while the product name says 19tpi. The blade itself says 19tpi.These saws are: 1. sharp; 2. affordable; 3. easy to use (after a short learning curve).These saws: 1. cut a thin kerf; 5. are very sharp; 6. allow you to do precision cutting.And: they are very, very sharp (keep bandages with them - even though you've been warned - you'll have to find out for yourself).I have moved ALL of my other hand saws to the back of the shop. These are a joy to use. I want to have each type (and have probably bought more than I have a need for). You will have to make a new miter box because these blades are too thin for any you have.Some tips: 1. Don't pitch them in your toolbox or truck bed. These are precision tools and though they are quite strong, they are easily damaged. Use the blade guards that come with them. 2. Don't try to "muscle" them through a board. The old adage of "let the tool do the work" has never been truer. 3. Don't place the blade edge anywhere you don't want a mark left. I think I mentioned that they're very, very, very sharp.(Since I don't know which review you might see first, I have left the same general review for each of these I own and added any specific thoughts for the individual saws.)

I bought this saw to cut spruce and willow neck, corner, and tail blocks & linings used in violin and viola making. I use it with a small homemade miter box. I get excellent results. The saw is deep enough to use with the miter box. The metal "cowling" stabilizes the saw and you get a very clean cut. What you have is an inexpensive Dozuki. Note that the "Shark" brand saws are made in Japan (which more or less guarantees quality... I lived in Japan for eleven years, so I can say this faithfully.) Amazon shipped the saw to me in three days. If you are cutting smaller pieces of softer woods there is no need to buy an expensive Dozuki or backsaw. Some reviewers say the Shark saws are "too thin" or "spindly" or "bend too easily"... This is probably because those who are buying them have never used a pull saw and don't understand how to properly use one. I have two other Shark brand saws. I cut the oak shoe molding for my kitchen and breakfast areas with one of these and it's still sharp.

I bought this to finish cuts following using circular saw. The saw I received has a bar across the top, making it useless for that purpose as it won't fully slide into the cut from the circular saw.

This is the best saw. So sharp and I had to use very little pressure. The blade does it all. However I haven’t been able to find a replacement blade for the original one I have.

I have used this saw to cut 3/8 inch plywood, 2 x 2 Douglas Fir, 1 x 4 redwood, and 2 x 4 treated Douglas Fir. It is not designed for cutting 2 x 4's, but it does the job. The cutting is done on the pull stroke only. This helps keep the blade from bending while cutting. The elongated brace along the top of the blade helps to keep the blade from bending. I encountered very little splintering of wood and NO bending of the saw blade. This saw cuts quickly and flawlessly. The handle very is comfortable. It is the best "precision" handsaw I have ever used. If you buy this saw, you will not regret it.

Great value on a very sharp saw. I got this saw to use on a homemade miter box to use veneere details in wooden turned pens. The blade in to thin for that purpose, however it is sharp and has many more shop uses. It cut through wood like a much more expensive tool. It will surprise you how fast it cuts. Safe finger placement is a must. Every friend I let use this saw has to have one too. They are all amazed. Using so many powered saws these days it's easy to forget how well hand tools in general preform. I find I am using more and more hand tools. This little saw is the one that started it plus I don't have to pull out heavy stands and extension cords.

Little flimsy

The saw is sharp and easy to cut with, however it's also very very thin and therefore flexes somewhat. I've found that I have trouble lining up the fronts and backs of cuts and keeping them lined up. I'll admit that I'm not a practiced woodworker, but my impression is that the saw is definitely bending some (which certainly doesn't make the task easier).It's possible that it's mostly my fault too.