SUIZAN Dozuki vs Thomas Flinn Gent: Dovetail Showdown!

Quick verdict

For ready-to-cut dovetails and strong value, SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw edges Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw overall; pick Flinn if you’ll sharpen and want walnut feel.

Also check similar comparisons:

1. SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw vs. IRWIN Marples Dovetail Pull Saw
2. Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw vs. IRWIN Marples Dovetail Pull Saw

At-a-glance specs

Feature	SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw	Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw
Blade Length	9.5 in (240 mm)	8 in (203 mm)
TPI/PPI	17 TPI (1.5 mm pitch)	20 TPI
Blade Material	Japanese steel	Carbon steel
Blade Thickness	0.012 in (0.3 mm)	0.022 in (0.56 mm)
Handle Type and Material	TOUMAKI hand-wrapped handle (material not stated)	Solid walnut handle, brass ferrule; 5 in long, 1-1/4 in diameter
Tooth Geometry	All-purpose (rip, cross & angle) with METATE teeth and ASARI set	Cross-cut style, minimal set; 0.003 in set per side; teeth resharpenable
Weight	0.44 lb (0.2 kg)	~7 oz (198 g)
Replaceable or Fixed Blade	Replaceable	Fixed

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Cut Quality & Precision

• SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw: Thin blade, narrow kerf and 17 TPI give precise, low-tear dovetail cuts.
• Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw: Praised for clean, smooth, precise cuts on small, detailed joinery.

Sharpness & Tuning

• SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw: Razor-sharp Japanese steel; performs well out of the box on small stock.
• Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw: Often arrives dull; needs sharpening to reach best performance.

Control, Rigidity & Stability

• SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw: Pull-stroke control with reinforced spine for straighter long cuts and stability.
• Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw: Brass back adds balance; stable, wobble-free feel during use.

Handle & Ergonomics

• SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw: TOUMAKI wrap can feel cheap or crack; some users modify for comfort.
• Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw: Solid walnut handle and tight fit give steady control, no wobble reported.

Use Case & Limitations

• SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw: Best for dovetails and fine joinery; not for heavy stock or deep flex cuts.
• Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw: Suited to precise, small-scale joinery; dense hardwoods need a fresh edge.

Scores snapshot

Metric	SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw	Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw
Blade Length (1–10)	8	5
TPI (1–10)	8	2
Plate Thickness (1–10)	4	10
Tooth Geometry (1–10)	6	10
Material (1–10)	7	7
Overall Score	6.6/10	6.8/10

Who should buy which?

Buy SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw if you:

• You cut dovetails needing clean, low-tear results.
• You want sharp, controllable pull-stroke performance immediately.
• You prefer replaceable blades and strong price-to-performance.

Buy Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw if you:

• You value smooth, precise cuts after a quick sharpening.
• You want a solid walnut handle with stable balance.
• You will maintain and resharpen a fixed, rigid blade.

Don’t buy either if you:

• You need heavy framing or large timber performance.
• You refuse to sharpen or replace blades when needed.

Final verdict

• SUIZAN 9.5″ Dozuki Dovetail Saw is the better pick for ready-to-cut precision, control and value.
• Both excel at fine joinery; choose Thomas Flinn 8-inch Dovetail Saw if you’ll sharpen and prefer walnut feel and a resharpenable, fixed blade.