Get a ryoba handsaw right now

Just to put in a plug for the budget-conscious low-end tools, I’ve had great luck with Ryobi gear. I have not used many other types so I don’t know what the deficiencies might be in comparison. But they are inexpensive, tough and durable, and the batteries go for a good long time on a charge. My original drill is from back when they were dark blue, the battery is a Ni-Cad and still holds a good charge. It works on the same chargers as the more recent 18V “One” series. I also got one of the hand vacuums that work with the same batteries, very effective, way better than any of those “shark” vacuums.

I also got all of my Japanese pull saws at Home Depot (one maybe at Lowes) and they are cheap and great. Made by Irwin. My favorite one is branded as Marples and is a shorty flush-cut saw.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/IRWIN-Marples-7-25-in-Dovetail-Cut-Pull-Saw/1000235177

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