Irwin 218HP-300 12-Inch Combi-Saw with Wood Cutting and Hacksaw Blades

by Irwin

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Irwin 12" Combi-Saw's standard 14x28 high frequency welded frame offers excellent stability, no flex, and faster cutting. The high quality wood and metal blade is give you the flexibility you need to either cut wood or metal. A knuckle guard protects your knuckles while sawing.

Product Description

2 saws in 1. Hacksaw for cutting metal and plastic. Bow saw for wood and general yard work. Comes with 12'' hacksaw and 12'' bow saw blade. Built in hand guard for safety. 6'' throat makes cutting plastic pipe and small trees easy. Blade guard included for safety.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00004YO5F
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 218HP-300
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #116,819 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars All that I hoped for and more, May 24, 2006

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Jungle Pete "Weed Warrior" (Washington DC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Irwin 218HP-300 12-Inch Combi-Saw with Wood Cutting and Hacksaw Blades (Tools & Home Improvement)

I was looking for a highly portable bow saw to carry with my machete on sessions to cut invasive vines from trees in thick brush in local urban forests. The saw had to be compact, light, durable, and fast cutting - able to handle vines up to 6" thick. The saw I received has served extremely well in these regards, ripping through like a hot knife through butter and barely noticeable when not in use. The saw I received was even better than the one pictured, having a shock absorbing handle on both ends, not just one. Easy to clean, too.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is what I use when I don't want to get out the chainsaw, December 12, 2009

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Mark Hunsaker (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews
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Chainsaws are wonderful, but it's kind of a project to get them out, lubricate them, start them, etc. This Irwin saw is what I turn to when I have a little project that is right on the edge of chainsaw territory. It's much easier to grab this and lop off a few branches for cleanup work. I have lots of trees on my property, so this is a frequent occurrence. The blade is very sharp and cuts through medium-sized branches (or trees) with relative ease. I really like the convenience that it offers me... along with the size, the efficiency, and the quality. Great product!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A gem of a little saw!, August 22, 2009

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R. Heidrick "Rebel Rich 76" (Nevada County, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Irwin 218HP-300 12-Inch Combi-Saw with Wood Cutting and Hacksaw Blades (Tools & Home Improvement)

A great quality tool for the price (despite the "Made in China" label). Tho light in weight, it's very sturdy. This pint size combination bow saw has been perfect for a variety of small jobs - from tree limbs to metallic tubing. The safety hand guard, combined with the cushion end grips that were on my saw, will make for more comfortable work. Keeping extra blades on hand is important so note that a replacement 12" wood blade may be difficult to source. The well known big and small hardware chain stores (as of this writing) don't seem to carry them. However, Amazon does have 1 or more sources. (Search - 12" bow saw blade) As an extra note, given the portable size and durable versatility of this bow saw, I find it a perfect and essential tool to include with camping gear and particularly with any emergency disaster pack. My pack won't be without one.