The Mitsukawa Juntaro Saiku Nokogiri 170 mm is a Japanese saw for rip cuts, designed for woodworking, fine carpentry, cabinetmaking, and traditional joinery. Made in Japan, its specially designed teeth for cutting along the grain allow for smooth, precise ripping and splitting of wood with excellent control. Its thin-backed blade, combined with Mitsukawa Juntaro's exclusive heat treatment, guarantees a clean, effortless cut and excellent edge retention. Its paulownia wood (kiri) handle offers a comfortable grip and reduces fatigue during precision work.