Moku folding saw with sharp teeth and wooden handle on white background
Person holding a saw with a leather tool belt featuring multiple pouches.

Moku Folding Saw

$45.00
Niwaki

A simple, strong folding saw for fine pruning jobs in the garden. Niwaki's Moku Folding Saw features a beechwood handle designed for a comfortable grip and a locking device to keep the blade in place. Ibara-me teeth are angled to cut both along and across the grain, giving a very fast, efficient action.

Like all Japanese saws, this Moku Saw cuts on the pull stroke, rather than the push. With the right technique and respect for the blade, it will deliver consistently clean cuts and reliable performance in the garden.

    Materials

    SK5 steel, beechwood handle
    Specifications
    • 16.5" total length, 9.25" when folded
    • 7.5" blade
    • 8.46 teeth per inch
    • 2.4" max cutting ⌀
    • made in Japan
    Use

    Japanese pruning saws cut on the pull stroke, not the push, which means the blade is under less pressure when cutting and uses less energy, resulting in a far cleaner, faster cut. They whizz through green wood, but the blades are more fragile than traditional western saws and incorrect use can result in damage.

    • Use a smooth, gentle sawing action, doing the cutting on the pull, and gliding back on the push
    • Don’t let the weight of the branch pinch or catch the blade
    • Don’t twist the blade while sawing
    • Don’t use a small saw for a large job. The absolute maximum sensible cutting diameter is about 2.4", or a third of the blade. 
    Further Reading

    The word niwaki in Japanese means "garden tree", and it refers to the art of training trees through care, attention, and detail. Niwaki brings the very best in Japanese design and craftsmanship, inspiring gardeners, chefs, and craftsmen to do the stuff they love, even better. 

    Explore our Niwaki collection for thoughtfully crafted Japanese tools designed for the home, garden, and daily life.
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