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Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods

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Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods

  • Pull-stroke cutting
  • Dual-edge (rip and crosscut)
  • Thin kerf
  • Japanese style
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Is the Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods worth it?

Yes, for the right buyer. The Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods ranks #1 in our Best Hand Saws for Woodworking 2026 list (best overall). Its biggest strength: pull-stroke design cuts on the pull stroke, which is the natural direction of wrist and arm movement. The main caveat: replacement blades are required rather than resharpening -- a recurring cost.

Overview

What the Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods does well

Best overall hand saw. The highlights are pull-stroke design cuts on the pull stroke, which is the natural direction of wrist and arm movement and dual-edge design: crosscut teeth on one side, rip teeth on the other. The tradeoff: replacement blades are required rather than resharpening -- a recurring cost.

Specs that matter

Key features

  • Pull-stroke cutting
  • Dual-edge (rip and crosscut)
  • Thin kerf
  • Japanese style
The trade-offs

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Pull-stroke design cuts on the pull stroke, which is the natural direction of wrist and arm movement
  • Dual-edge design: crosscut teeth on one side, rip teeth on the other
  • Thin kerf removes less material and requires less force than Western-style push saws
  • Japanese pull saw teeth are fleam-filed for the cleanest possible cut surface

Cons

  • Replacement blades are required rather than resharpening -- a recurring cost
  • Dual edge means the back edge teeth can damage the bench or the finished surface
Fit check

Should you buy the Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge ?

Buy it if you're…

  • Shopping for woodworking 2026

Think twice if this matters to you

  • Replacement blades are required rather than resharpening -- a recurring cost
  • Dual edge means the back edge teeth can damage the bench or the finished surface
Where it ranks

Featured in 1 best-of list

ListRank
Best Hand Saws for Woodworking 2026· Best Overall#1 / 8
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Answers

Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods: common questions

Is the Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods worth buying?

Yes, for the right buyer. The Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods ranks #1 in our Best Hand Saws for Woodworking 2026 list (best overall). Its biggest strength: pull-stroke design cuts on the pull stroke, which is the natural direction of wrist and arm movement. The main caveat: replacement blades are required rather than resharpening -- a recurring cost.

Who is the Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods best for?

Based on our research it suits woodworking 2026. It's ranked #1 of 8 in our Best Hand Saws for Woodworking 2026 list.

What are the downsides of the Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods?

The main trade-offs owners and reviewers point to: replacement blades are required rather than resharpening -- a recurring cost; dual edge means the back edge teeth can damage the bench or the finished surface.

What are the key features of the Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods?

Pull-stroke cutting, Dual-edge (rip and crosscut), Thin kerf and Japanese style.

What are the best alternatives to the Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods?

Worth comparing: Gyokucho Razorsaw Kataba Saw 240mm No. 410, Stanley 15-579 15-Inch SharpTooth Saw and Spear & Jackson Professional Tenon Saw, 10-Inch x 13 PPI. Each ranks near it in our research for a slightly different buyer.

Where can I buy the Gyokucho Razorsaw 9-1/2-Inch Double Edge (Ryoba) for Hardwoods?

It's sold on Amazon. Prices and stock change often, so check the current listing before you buy, our link takes you straight to it.

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