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Characteristics
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Blade
A drywall saw has a tapered blade usually characterised by a sharp knife-like point at the end. On most models, the blade cannot be removed from the handle.
A drywall saw usually has a blade of 150mm (5.9″ approx.) in length.
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Blade tip
The knife-like tip on the end of a drywall saw blade is used to jab into the material in order to start a cut as opposed to starting on the edge.
As a result, people often refer to drywall saws as jab saws.
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Cutting stroke
Generally, the teeth on a drywall saw are not angled in any particular direction. As a result, most models will cut on both the push and the pull stroke.
For more information, see our section: Push stroke saws vs. pull stroke saws.
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Teeth Per Inch (TPI)
Drywall saw blades usually have between 6 and 8 teeth per inch.
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The teeth tend to be extremely sharp, with relatively deep gullets. This is so the blade can cut quickly and aggressively through material, removing more waste material with each stroke.
As a result, a drywall saw will allow you to make quick cuts, but because of its aggressive cutting action, it may be hard to achieve a neat finish. (As drywall is likely to be covered, a rough finish may not matter too much.)
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Handle
Drywall saws usually have what’s known as a straight handle. This type of handle is usually found on saws used for making shorter, curved cuts.
The cylindrical handle can be turned freely in the user’s hand, making it easier to cut curved as well as straight lines
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