What is a piercing saw?
What is a piercing saw? |
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A piercing saw, often called a jeweller’s saw, is essentially a smaller version of a coping saw. | |||
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Just like a coping saw, a piercing saw has a U-shaped frame and a removable blade.
The only difference is that a piercing saw tends to be smaller than a coping saw, and the blades available to fit it are usually thinner, and have more teeth per inch. |
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As a result, a piercing saw is capable of producing finer cuts, tighter curves and a neater finish.
A piercing saw can be used in much the same way as a coping or fret saw, but greater care should be taken so as not to damage the delicate blade. There are blades available which can cut through wood, plastic and metal. |
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Some piercing saws have adjustable frames to accommodate different length blades | |||
Why is it also called a jeweller’s saw? |
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A Piercing saw is often used by jewellers for very fine metal-working applications. | |||
