A bonsai saw idea

[johnl445]

I’ve been researching bonsai saw and have seen some nice fixed handles and folding saw, but then I couldn’t help to think of a possible alternative that might be useful for bonsai. as a carpenter, I think jigsaw blades, with all the different variations, are some of the nicest blades available They are very thin, narrow profile, and rigid and come from lengths of 4 inches up to 10 inches. you can purchase a hacksaw blade handle like this one in the picture. if you are anal about keeping your blades sharpe, like I am, all you have to do is throw it away and put in a new one. I’m not sure you’ll get a cleaner cut. And because of the thickness of the blade you can start to change the direction, midway through the cut

 

[brentwood]

I have used my coping saw with my finest blades, seems to work well - I'll have to try this sometime.

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[Deep Sea Diver]

Bonsai saws are a bit different breed. Often folding, similar to a brush saw… but I’ve cut right through a 2x6 with ease with these. The finer saws are somewhat like a keyhole saw.

Here’s what Bonsai Tonight is offering in the saw venue.

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[Wires_Guy_wires]

Victorinox folding blade saws are my all time favorite.

 

[JJ6465]

Great idea. Thanks.

 

[Bonsai Nut]

Silky saws are more or less the gold standard in folding pruning saws. Blades made in Japan. They aren't cheap however...

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I've got a small one in my bonsai kit... and a large one for when I am doing mountain bike trail maintenance. Good news is you can buy replacement blades if needed so you don't have to rebuy the entire saw.