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What TPI Means on a Handsaw and How to Choose the Right Saw for Your Woodworking Project
Luca Dal Molin | December 08, 2025
What TPI Means on a Handsaw and How to Choose the Right Saw for Your Woodworking Project

Understanding TPI—Teeth Per Inch—is the key to choosing the right handsaw for clean, accurate cuts. In this guide, The Makers Society explains how TPI affects cutting speed, precision, and control, and how to select the perfect woodworking saw for your next project.