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

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.

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 really wanted to like this saw and fully expected to based on the other reviews, however while making literally the first cut with this saw through a wooden 2x2, several of the teeth broke off and others bent to the side. The saw is packaged nicely and is very confortable, but if it can't serve its main function, I have no use for it. I went back into my garage and grabbed an old rusty wood handled finish saw and completed my cut without any issues. Perhaps I simply received a defective model, at least I hope this is the case as now I am left with a scary looking doorstop.

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.)

Super sharp and easy to use for my level of woodworking. Glides through the wood with little effort.

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.

I had tried traditional Japanese pull saws but was having an issue with the grip style. This saw fixed that issue by giving me a more traditional western grip that allows my cuts to be more accurate. The spine also helps with accuracy. This is great for flush cuts or joinery. I wouldn't recommend for rough cuts. GREAT VALUE