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Foxtail - the classic tool

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The foxtail -
Symbol of craftsmanship

For decades, the classic fox saw has been an indispensable companion on every construction site and is part of the basic equipment in every workshop. The traditional tool probably got its name from its saw blade shape, which has hardly changed to this day and tapers broadly towards the handle. This modern form of handsaw with its single-toothed, free-standing saw blade and handle has been used by craftsmen and DIY enthusiasts since the 19th century.

The foxtail was primarily designed for wood and similar materials. Other features of this popular tool include

– Fast, powerful cuts across and along the wood grain

– Versatile when processing small and large workpieces

– No reinforced back, therefore deep cuts possible

– Strong, robust saw blade for stable saw guidance

– Set teeth prevent the saw blade from jamming and enable subsequent corrections

– Made from high-quality tool steel with durable teeth

Compared to electric saws, classic hand saws also offer several advantages:

– Manual function, can therefore be used anywhere and without electricity

– Virtually silent operation

– Maximum control when cutting for precise work and reduced risk of accidents

– Handy, easy to transport and without complex maintenance

Suitable offer in our store

Offer

Classic rip saw, 450 mm

For OSB and chipboard – well suited for interior finishing (partition walls, ceilings and worktops)
Hardened universal/shear toothing for fast cuts
Ergonomic comfort grip

14,24 € incl. VAT, plus shipping

It's all about the teeth

The tooth geometries of the foxtail are very versatile and enable powerful, coarse cuts or finer cuts. The right tooth shape ensures efficient, clean and easy sawing – depending on the direction of the wood fiber.

For longitudinal cuts, i.e. parallel to the grain, saw teeth with greater spacing and a triangular shape (e.g. universal teeth or pointed teeth) are used. They reliably remove the more voluminous chips and prevent the blade from jamming.

For cross cuts across the grain, the teeth are usually trapezoidal and finer (e.g. High Speed Cut). They cut cleanly through the wood fibers like small knives, which prevents tears and enables a smooth cutting edge.

Coarse teeth have a small number of teeth per unit (specified in centimetres or inches), which means they can remove more material per stroke and therefore cut through the wood faster. Accordingly, the precision of the cuts increases with the number of teeth.

The foxtail teeth are alternately curved (set) to the left and right, which creates a wider kerf and prevents the blade from jamming. This allows the cut to be made without interruption and with less resistance.

The tooth shape and cutting angle are designed so that the teeth effectively grip the wood and remove material both when pushing and pulling.

Hardened teeth remain sharp up to ten times longer than unhardened or resharpenable teeth. Partial electromagnetic induction hardens the tips of the teeth in such a way that easier, faster sawing is possible even in hard materials.

Suitable offer in our store

Offer

Rip saw, 450 mm

For blockboard/plywood panels, glued laminated timber and PVC
Well suited for furniture construction
Hardened teeth with fine three-sided diamond cut for precise cuts
Ergonomic comfort grip
Electro-inductively hardened teeth (Hardpoint) 44-46 HRC
Made in Germany
VPA GS tested

15,86 € incl. VAT, plus shipping

Offer

Rip saw for construction timber, 500 mm

Ideal for woodworking all types of dry wood
Pointed, extra-hardened teeth with three-sided diamond grinding for super-fast and clean cuts
Ergonomic comfort grip

15,05 € incl. VAT, plus shipping

Which projects the foxtail is suitable for

With special saw blades and tooth shapes, the foxtail is suitable for sawing almost any material.

The blade length also influences the possible uses of the fox saw, it should always match the material and the cutting task: A longer saw blade vibrates less when sawing and enables more powerful, longer strokes, which is particularly advantageous when cutting large workpieces or hard material (e.g. beams, aerated concrete). Shorter saw blades are better suited for finer, more precise cuts and are easier to handle in confined spaces or with thinner materials.

Thanks to its robust design and long blade, the fox tail is ideal for a wide range of woodworking tasks that require both longitudinal and cross cuts, such as cutting beams, boards or branches in the garden and building patio roofs or furniture. It is equally suitable for drywall work, such as fitting door cut-outs in plasterboard, plastic and wood.

The foxtail is therefore a timeless, universal tool for DIY enthusiasts and professionals for a wide range of materials and projects.