equipment$20–60used in 3 side quests
Japanese pull saw
A thin-blade saw that cuts on the pull stroke rather than push, giving better control and cleaner cuts than western-style saws. Essential for precise joinery and detail woodworking.
What to look for
- 1SK5 high-carbon steel blade (holds edge)
- 2Double-edged with different teeth per inch (TPI) on each side
- 36-9" blade length for control without excessive flex
- 4Replaceable blade design
- 514-17 TPI on fine side, 8-12 TPI on coarse
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- Very long blades (>12")—hard to control for beginners
- Single-edge saws (limits versatility)
- Non-replaceable blade designs
Used for: Precise woodworking joinery · Dovetail and tenon cutting · Detail trim work · Mindful hand-tool practice
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
Creative Arts
Urban Skills & Craftsmanship
Your city is a workshop—time to build something with your hands.
Personal Growth
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An evening where your hands do the talking
Creative Arts
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Your hands remember what screens forget—create something that exists beyond pixels.