(3) Compass Saw. The compass saw (Figure 28) has 10 points to
the inch. It may be equipped with a blade (with 13 points to the
inch) for cutting nails. Its main function is cutting holes and
openings such as electrical outlets, where a power tool would be too
large.
Figure 2-8.
Compass saw
(4) Coping Saw. The blade of a coping saw can be turned to
change the direction of the cut or to cut sharp angles. This saw is
also used for cutting curved surfaces and circles. Coped joints are
sometimes used when joining moldings at right angles. One piece of
stock is cut away to receive the molded surface of the other piece
(Figure 29).
Figure 2-9.
Coping saw and coped joint
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