Q: What is this saw used for?
A kugihiki saw is designed to flush-trim projections such as screw plugs and the wedges or pins securing a tenon, cutting level with the surrounding surface without damaging it.
60T0661 - Detail Kugihiki Saw
The kugihiki saw flush-trims projections, such as screw plugs and the wedges or pins securing a tenon, without damaging the adjacent surface. The 4 3/4" long flexible blade is about 1 1/4" deep and has 26 fleam-tipped teeth per inch that leave a smooth finish but cut quickly. There is no tooth set, allowing you to approach work from either direction in confined space.
The saw has a stained paulownia handle and comes in a protective vinyl case. Overall length is 13". Made in Japan.
It can also be purchased with the ryoba and dozuki saws as a set of three.
A kugihiki saw is designed to flush-trim projections such as screw plugs and the wedges or pins securing a tenon, cutting level with the surrounding surface without damaging it.
With no tooth set, the blade can approach the work from either direction, which is useful in confined spaces where a standard saw can't maneuver. It also keeps the cut flush rather than proud of the surface.
Yes, it can be bought together with the ryoba and dozuki saws as a set of three, covering flush trimming, general ripping and crosscutting, and fine joinery cuts.
It comes with a stained paulownia handle and a protective vinyl case for storage. Overall length is 13".
| Materials | Steel blade; hardwood handle |
| Dimensions | 13" overall length; 4 3/4" blade length; ~1 1/4" blade depth |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Includes | Kugihiki saw; protective vinyl case |
| Color/Finish | Stained wood handle |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Japanese Kugihiki Saw
The kugihiki saw flush-trims projections, such as screw plugs and the wedges or pins securing a tenon, without damaging the adjacent surface. The 4 3/4" long flexible blade is about 1 1/4" deep and has 26 fleam-tipped teeth per inch that leave a smooth finish but cut quickly. There is no tooth set, allowing you to approach work from either direction in confined space.
The saw has a stained paulownia handle and comes in a protective vinyl case. Overall length is 13". Made in Japan.
It can also be purchased with the ryoba and dozuki saws as a set of three.