Budget Hobby Saw: SMB Precision vs Gyokucho Dozuki!

Quick verdict

SMB Precision Razor Saw is the better budget pick; Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw excels at precise joinery.

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1. SMB Precision Razor Saw vs. ZONA ZON35-550 Razor Saw
2. Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw vs. ZONA ZON35-550 Razor Saw

At-a-glance specs

Feature	SMB Precision Razor Saw	Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw
Blade length	4.5 in (11.4 cm)	9.45 in (240 mm)
TPI	40 TPI	Approx. 13-14 TPI
Blade material	Carbon steel	High Speed Steel (HSS)
Kerf thickness	Approx. 0.008 inches (0.2mm)	Around 0.018 inch (0.46 mm)
Tooth hardening	No tooth-hardening info provided.	Impulse hardened teeth (very long lasting)
Replaceable or Fixed Blade	Replaceable, uses an aluminum collet handle that accepts a variety of blades (compatible with X-acto, Excel, Huron, Hobbico/Revell).	Replaceable (electroless nickel plated), easy to change for long-term use.

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Blade & Sharpness

• SMB Precision Razor Saw: Sharp Blades: Cuts very cleanly with fine teeth, giving smooth results on balsa, basswood, and plastic.
• Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw: Sharpness: Teeth cut cleanly and feel sharp and firm out of the box.

Cutting Performance

• SMB Precision Razor Saw: Clean Cuts: Precise, professional-looking cuts with light pressure; best on balsa and basswood.
• Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw: Cut accuracy: Smooth sawing and precise cuts for fine joinery and mitres.

Handle & Fit

• SMB Precision Razor Saw: Handle Slips: Handle loosens or blade pulls out; requires constant tightening.
• Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw: Handle consistency: Some units have poor or mismatched handles; quality varies.

Portability

• SMB Precision Razor Saw: Portable: Lightweight and small, easy to carry and use for quick detailed jobs.
• Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw: Portability: Folding design stores easily in tool bags, handy on job sites.

Build Quality

• SMB Precision Razor Saw: Quality Variance: Reports of missing or rolled teeth and bad batches.
• Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw: Build quality: Solid, well made construction gives a balanced, sturdy feel.

Scores snapshot

Feature	SMB Precision Razor Saw	Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw
Blade length	9	1
TPI	8	6
Kerf thickness	9	6
Blade material	6	8
Tooth hardening	4	10
Overall Score	7.2 / 10	6.2 / 10

Who should buy which?

Buy SMB Precision Razor Saw if you:

• You work with balsa, basswood, thin plywood, or plastic and need clean, fine cuts.
• You want an inexpensive spare blade that stays sharp for multiple hobby cuts.
• You use X-Acto, Excel, or Huron style handles and need compatible blades.

Buy Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw if you:

• You need a compact saw for fine joinery, mitres, and short, accurate cuts.
• You value a folding, easy-to-carry saw for jobsite or workshop use.
• You want a sharp blade that cuts smoothly and stays accurate out of the box.

Don’t buy either if you:

• You need to cut hardwoods, thick, or heavy stock.
• You require perfectly consistent handles or guaranteed brand authenticity.

Final verdict

• SMB Precision Razor Saw is the better overall value for light, precise hobby cutting.
• SMB Precision Razor Saw offers budget hobby precision; Gyokucho Folding Dozuki Razor Saw offers folding, sturdy joinery.