{"title":"Western-Style Saws","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWestern-Style Hand Saws That Cut on the Push Stroke\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern-style hand saws are the traditional tool of European and North American woodworking — they cut on the push stroke, which puts the blade under compression and gives the user direct power and control through solid, deliberate strokes. This is the opposite of Japanese pull saws, which cut on the pull stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/infinitytools.mom\/products\/pax-gent-hand-saws\"\u003ePax Gent Hand Saw\u003c\/a\u003e is a premium example of British saw-making heritage. Pax saws are hand-set and hand-sharpened, with a taper-ground plate that reduces binding in the kerf and a comfortable handle designed for sustained use. The result is a saw that tracks cleanly, starts without slipping, and leaves a consistent kerf across the full length of a cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePush-stroke saws are the preferred choice when cross-cutting boards to length, ripping stock, or making the initial kerf in dovetail and tenon joinery. The stiffer plate of a western saw also makes it easier to start precise joints freehand without the blade flexing off the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing a Western Hand Saw\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTeeth-per-inch (TPI) determines the balance between cut speed and surface quality. Lower TPI cuts faster and clears chips efficiently for ripping; higher TPI leaves a smoother surface for crosscutting and joinery. The Pax Gent is available in configurations suited to general workshop use. For tips on hand saw selection and technique, visit the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/infinitytools.mom\/blogs\/learn\"\u003eInfinity Tools Learn blog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts on the push stroke — traditional western design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaper-ground plate reduces binding in the kerf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-set and hand-sharpened teeth from Pax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for crosscutting, ripping, and joinery work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pax-gent-hand-saws","title":"PAX Gent Hand Saws","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Proud Tradition in Woodworking Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in the 18th Century, Pax brand hand saws are some of the most storied in production and today are manufactured by Thomas Flinn \u0026amp; Co Ltd, in Sheffield, England. Sheffield is world renowned for the quality of its steel and hand tools there are made with the skills passed down by generations of talented saw makers. The Pax brand represents some of the finest quality saws on the market and we're confident your purchase will be put to good use in your shop for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe PAX 6” Razor Saw\u003c\/b\u003e (item 101-680), features a 6” long, extremely fine 40 TPI blade that is suitable for the finest work. Because the teeth are so fine, this saw leaves an extremely smooth surface making it perfect for small and delicate joinery tasks. This saw features ¾” of cutting depth below the highly polished folded brass back and has a comfortable turned walnut handle with brass ferrule. The teeth on the .014” thick blade have no set creating an extremely fine kerf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe PAX 8” Mini Gents Saw\u003c\/b\u003e (item 101-681), features an 8” long, 20 TPI blade that cuts quickly while leaving a smooth surface. This traditional saw is perfect for cutting dovetails in fine furniture as well at other joinery tasks. The Mini Gents features 1-1\/8” of cutting depth below the highly polished folded brass back and has a comfortable turned walnut handle with brass ferrule. The saw plate measures .019” with a set of just .028” and teeth filed rip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe PAX 6” Flush Cut Saw \u003c\/b\u003e(item 101-682), features a 6” long, 20 TPI blade that cuts on the pull stroke, The extra short folded brass back and very flexible alloy steel blade allows the blade to flex when flush trimming dowels, plugs, and tenons. The teeth have no set to avoid scratching the adjacent workpiece surface. 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