ripsaw
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A ripsaw is a type of saw used for cutting wood. Its defining characteristic is its coarse teeth, which are specifically designed to cut wood along the direction of the grain. This is in contrast to a crosscut saw, which is made for cutting across the grain. The term \"ripping saw\" is also used interchangeably with \"ripsaw.\" The ripsaw has been in use since at least 1799.123
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