The large Japanese rip saw used for breaking down timber along the grain. Historically, the Oga was the saw of Japan's professional timber-sawyers (ogashi), who could produce perfectly flat boards from a log with a two-man pull saw. The modern Oga is smaller but follows the same principle: wide, aggressive rip teeth designed for fast, efficient stock removal along the grain.
Maker's Stamp / Mei (銘)Mei stamp — OgaTechnical Data
CategorySaw
RegionsMiki, Hyogo
Traditional Steels
This tool category is traditionally forged from the following steels. Click any to read its full metallurgical profile.
