Tools & Materials
Tekton Tools - Tekton 6865 Coping Saw
Poor blade tension
Dec 05, 2013
Uncomfortable Handle
Source: amazon.com
Street Price: $4
Blade Tension*: 0.295 in.
Dovetails: Good
Coping: Good
Cutting Curves: Good
Blade Changes: Very good
Blade Rotation: Very good
Comments: Uncomfortable handle, poor blade tension
*Number reflects the amount of deflection
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