Specifications
Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Blade Length | 6 inches (15.2 cm): gives a 6.5 in depth of cut for reaching into work. |
TPI/PPI | 18 TPI: fine teeth for smooth, precise cuts in thin wood. |
Blade Thickness | 0.02 in (0.51 mm): thin blade for tight curves and fine detail. |
Kerf | Estimated 0.025 inch (0.64 mm) (cutting width not specified in product info). |
Weight | 9.1 oz (258 g): ultra light frame that lowers hand fatigue and improves control. |
Blade Width | 0.094 in (2.39 mm): narrow width adds stiffness for straighter cuts and less wobble. |
Blade Material | High Speed Steel: durable blade that holds an edge for fine work. |
Frame Material | Milled aluminum, 3/16 in (4.76 mm) thick: light and rigid, allowing high blade tension (up to 87 lb) for accurate cuts. |
Note: We don’t test products ourselves. We review user feedback and/or community discussions to recommend top options with their necessary information. This info can be susceptible to misinterpretation.
The Good
- Lightweight frame: Reduces hand fatigue and improves control during long, detailed cuts thanks to the 9.1 oz truss-style frame.
- High tension: Tightening to 87 lb lowers blade breakage and gives steadier, more accurate cutting for fine work.
- Quick tension: Knurled knob plus cam lever lets users set or release blade tension fast, speeding blade changes.
- Rotating blade: 180° rotation in 45° steps gives easy angled cuts and better access inside tight or awkward areas.
- Ready kit: Includes a dozen 18 TPI Pegas pinned blades, so you can start precise, smooth cutting right away.
The Bad
- Price: The price is high for a coping saw and may be costly for hobbyists or occasional users.
- Limited depth: 6.5 in max depth of cut can block work on larger panels or deep cavities.
- Blade compatibility: Uses pinned blades only, which may limit choice of replacement blades versus other mounting systems.
- Long-term wear: Durability of the cam lever and spring clamps over heavy use is not provided, so longevity is unclear.
- Kerf info: Kerf (cut width) is not specified, leaving uncertainty about fit and material waste.
What did others say?
If you want the short version of this review, I recommend that you stop reading now, and go buy this saw
Scores
Feature | Details | Scores (1-10) |
|---|---|---|
Blade length | 6 inches (15.2 cm) | 8 |
TPI | 18 TPI | 7 |
Blade thickness | 0.02 in (0.51 mm) | 10 |
Kerf | Estimated 0.025 inch (0.64 mm) | 9 |
Blade width | 0.094 in (2.39 mm) | 5 |
Blade material | High Speed Steel | 7 |
Frame material | Milled aluminum | 8 |
Weight | 9.1 oz (258 g) | 9 |
Overall Score | – | 7.9 / 10 |
How does it compare with others?
Coping Saw | Blade length Sc. (1-10) | TPI Sc. (1-10) | Blade thickness Sc. (1-10) | Kerf Sc. (1-10) | Blade width Sc. (1-10) | Blade material Sc. (1-10) | Frame material Sc. (1-10) | Weight Sc. (1-10) | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
10 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 8 | 8.8 / 10 | |
5 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 7 | 7.1 / 10 | |
Knew Concepts Coping Saw | 8 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 7.9 / 10 |
Worth it?
Buy If:
- You do fine joinery, lutherie, or model work that needs accurate, smooth cuts.
- You need a very light tool for long, detailed sessions to reduce hand fatigue.
- You change blades or adjust tension often and want fast, tool-free tensioning.
- You work inside tight or angled spaces and value the rotating blade for better access.
Don’t Buy If:
- You want a low cost option for casual or occasional use; price is high for a coping saw.
- You routinely cut deep or large panels beyond the 6.5 in depth of cut.
- You require broad blade choices or non-pinned blade systems; this uses pinned blades only.
This saw is best for craftsmen who need light, high-tension precision for small, detailed work.
Hobbyists who need low cost, deep cutting capacity, wider blade options, or guaranteed long term clamp durability should look elsewhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What materials is it made of?
Frame: 3/16 in (4.76 mm) milled aluminum with a red baked-on power coat finish; blade: High Speed Steel. Spring-loaded blade clamps and a cam lever are mentioned but their construction materials are not specified.
Can the blade be replaced?
Yes. The saw uses pinned coping saw blades held by spring-loaded clamps; release tension with the knurled knob or cam lever to remove and install pinned blades. Kit includes 12 Pegas pinned blades.
Is it good for detailed work?
Yes. The 18 TPI blades, thin .02 in (0.51 mm) blade thickness, ultra-light 9.1 oz (258 g) frame, rotating blade and high tension capability combine to give smooth, accurate cuts and tight curves for fine joinery and model work.
What is the maximum blade tension?
Maximum blade tension is 87 lb (39.5 kg), which as the manufacturer says, reduces blade breakage and deflection and improves cutting accuracy.
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