Tools & Materials
Thomas Flinn and Co. - Pax No. 1 10-in. Dovetail Saw
The Pax saw is identical to the Crown gent's saw except that it has more teeth per inch and therefore cut a little slower and a bit smoother.
Apr 01, 2006
This test evaluated 11 Western-style dovetail saws, from $10 to $125. I used each one extensively in cherry, oak, and maple, making cuts with the grain and across it. I observed how fast each saw cut, the ease with which it started a cut, how smooth the saw was throughout the cut, and how well it tracked a line. I also checked the saw’s quality of construction and ergonomics.
I really like the Pax saw, which is identical to the Crown gent’s saw in all respects except that it has more teeth per inch. Due to the number of teeth, the Pax cut a little slower and just a bit smoother than the Crown.
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