rip saw

A rip saw is a hand or power tool designed specifically for cutting wood along the grain, meaning parallel to the wood fibers. It has a long blade with teeth shaped to efficiently remove material in a straight line, making it ideal for splitting logs or creating precise cuts for framing and construction. The saw's teeth are generally arranged and sharpened to maximize efficiency when cutting along the wood fibers, providing clean, accurate results. It's a fundamental tool for carpenters and woodworkers when preparing lumber for projects that require dimensioning or fitting pieces together.