fretsaw
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A fretsaw is a type of saw that resembles a coping saw but typically has a deeper frame. It is used for cutting curved outlines. The fretsaw is a mid-16th century invention that emerged from innovations in spring-driven clocks. It features a U-shaped metal frame with a narrow blade made from clock spring steel, which was the best and most uniform steel available at the time. These thin blades have fine teeth, making them well-suited for cutting decorative wood veneers for furniture.12
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