Crosscut Handsaw (Noun)
Meaning
Handsaw that cuts at right angles to the grain (or major axis).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- A carpenter chose a crosscut handsaw for the job as it is specifically designed for making precise cuts across the grain of the wood.
- Crosscut handsaws typically have more teeth per inch than rip handsaws to reduce the tearing of wood fibers during cutting.
- In the workshop, students were instructed to use the crosscut handsaw when making cross-grain cuts on their projects.
- Crosscut handsaws and rip handsaws have different purposes and a craftsman will select the one best suited for their particular task.
- By carefully applying the techniques they had learned, the students made clean, precise cuts with the crosscut handsaw, creating strong and smooth joints in their projects.