Lynx 26-Inch vs Disston D8 Rip Saw: Budget vs Heirloom!

Quick verdict

Lynx 26-Inch Rip Saw is a budget, tunable workhorse while Disston D8 Rip Saw is a higher-end, collectible saw and the better overall pick.

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At-a-glance specs

Feature	Lynx 26-Inch Rip Saw	Disston D8 Rip Saw
Blade Length	26 in (66 cm)	26 in (66 cm)
TPI / PPI	4.5 TPI	4.5 TPI (listed). 10 TPI also appears in the info; option unclear.
Blade Material	Alloy spring steel (listed as alloy steel)	High Speed Steel (HSS)
Handle Type and Material	Type: Western style pistol Grip; Material: Stained European Beech with brass button screws	Custom carved American Black Walnut handle
Tooth Rake Angle	[Missing data] 5°-8° typical, saw is hand-filed for rip cutting	[Missing data] 5°-8° typical,
Blade Thickness	[Missing data] Approximately 0.032-0.035 inches (0.81–0.89 mm) (standard for 4.5 TPI rip saws)	[Missing data] Approximately 0.032-0.035 inches (0.81–0.89 mm) (standard for 4.5 TPI rip saws)
Kerf Width	[Missing data] Typical for Rip Saws: 0.045 inch (1.143 mm)	[Missing data] Typical for Rip Saws: 0.045 inch (1.143 mm)
Steel hardness / Grade	Alloy spring steel	High Speed Steel (HSS)

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Rip Cutting

• Lynx 26-Inch Rip Saw: Fast, aggressive rip cutting once teeth are set; 26 in blade for long, straight cuts.
• Disston D8 Rip Saw: Classic 26 in rip saw, described as high quality; 4.5 TPI listed for fast rip cuts though options unclear.

Blade and TPI

• Lynx 26-Inch Rip Saw: 26 in full-size blade; 4.5 TPI coarse teeth for fast rip cutting.
• Disston D8 Rip Saw: 26 in blade; 4.5 TPI listed, 10 TPI also appears and option is unclear.

Steel and Materials

• Lynx 26-Inch Rip Saw: Alloy spring steel blade; stained European Beech western pistol grip handle with brass button screws.
• Disston D8 Rip Saw: High Speed Steel HSS taper-ground blade with custom carved American black walnut handle.

Teeth and Tuning

• Lynx 26-Inch Rip Saw: Teeth arrive sharp but often need setting and truing; performs well after tuning.
• Disston D8 Rip Saw: Little real-world feedback on teeth or tuning; vintage saws imply hand finishing but performance unclear.

Handle Fit

• Lynx 26-Inch Rip Saw: Handle fit often needs reshaping; removal and screw fitment may be rough for some users.
• Disston D8 Rip Saw: Custom carved American Black Walnut handle; described as durable and comfortable for controlled cuts.

Scores snapshot

Feature	Lynx 26-Inch Rip Saw	Disston D8 Rip Saw
Blade length	10	10
TPI	10	10
Tooth rake angle	3	6
Blade thickness	9	9
Kerf width	5	5
Steel hardness / Grade	8	10
Overall Score	7.5/10	8.2/10

Who should buy which?

Buy Lynx 26-Inch Rip Saw if you:

• You want fast, aggressive rip cuts and can set the teeth for peak performance.
• You need a long 26 inch blade for reach and long straight rip cuts.
• You value a sturdy alloy spring steel blade and a budget-friendly option.

Buy Disston D8 Rip Saw if you:

• You want a classic, collectible saw with vintage appeal.
• You want high-end HSS steel and traditional, high-quality construction.
• You are a collector or experienced woodworker willing to pay a premium.

Don’t buy either if you:

• You expect a perfect, ready-to-use saw without any tuning.
• You cannot or will not modify handles or set teeth.

Final verdict

• Disston D8 Rip Saw is the recommended pick for vintage quality and the higher overall score.
• Lynx 26-Inch Rip Saw is a solid, budget-friendly rip saw for users willing to tune teeth and fit the handle.