James River Branch: Tools and Supplies

Tools: Razor Saw

A razor saw is a special kind of saw especially well-suited for certain model work. The saws are thin and flat with very fine teeth. Among other things, they're perfect for cutting sectional roadbed track—worth having on hand just for this! They come in a variety of sizes and tooth pitches to suit different tasks. For instance, finer-tooth saws are best for cutting metals, while coarser-tooth saws are good for wood and plastic. They usually do not come with a handle, but are instead designed to fit into one such as the #5 heavy-duty handle from X-Acto.

Just getting started? Razor saws are usually available in the tool section of craft stores, as well as many online sources such as Micro-Mark.