Freud, which has been making carbide cutting tools for more than 50 years, has introduced its new antivibration, thin-kerf sawblade. Laser-cut, antivibration slots cut into it allow the blade to expand when it heats up during use, without distorting its shape. The blade is coated with what Freud calls Perma-shield—a nonstick coating that reduces friction, heat, gum buildup, and rust, prolonging the life of the blade. An additional benefit of this design is that the blade generates a lot less noise when it is running. A 10-in. combination, thin-kerf blade sells for $50.

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