WHAT IT DOES

Different hand saws can be used to cut wood, metals, plastics, and plasterboard of different thicknesses.  Do you need a hand saw or a power saw?  This may depend on how much cutting you need to do, material, accuracy needed etc. 

Bush Saw or Bow Saw

A heavy duty saw with large teeth, used for cutting logs, cutting back bushes, cutting large branches or felling small trees.


Info about blades - You need the right blade to get the best results.  Please note, we can’t guarantee the state of the blade that’s in the saw when you borrow it but blades are replaceable and cheap (for example, at your local Screwfix or B&Q).  

HOW TO USE IT

Please note: this is a general introduction to this type of tool and is not specific to this exact tool. We always advise reading the manual (which you can find linked under the tool image on the left), especially the safety advisories, before using any tool.

INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO

How To - Use a Bow Saw

SAFETY INFORMATION & PPE

Safety glasses - Recommended

Gloves - Recommended