Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 43 minutes ago
Even though woodworkers cut a lot of wood, you will eventually...I promise...need to cut bolts, screws, or some kind of metal—like brass—to size.
With everything now becoming a tool that needs to be plugged in, I see a lot of makers skip traditional, simple tools for angle grinders. I’ve been reminded, constantly, that I need to switch out my hacksaw for a grinder, and while I’m definitely not new to grinders, the hacksaw can hold its own.
It’s quieter, cleaner, and when I need a precise cut without spraying sparks and metal dust all over the shop, I’ll reach for this every time.
The biggest issue I have with grinders is how easy it is to make a mistake. If the steel catches, it can pull the cut-off wheel into the material, and suddenly, you’re removing far more than you intended. On top of that, the kerf is more than double with a grinder compared to a hacksaw.
When you pick up a hacksaw, here’s a simple tip that’ll take the edge off: treat cutting metal the same as cutting wood with a hand saw. Start with light strokes to create a groove and seat the blade. Once you’ve got that, switch to long, even strokes for a clean, straight cut without the blade skipping or damaging your metal.
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Keith Current
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Rich Lightfoot
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Even though woodworkers cut a lot of wood, you will eventually...I promise...need to cut bolts, screws, or some kind of metal—like brass—to size.
With everything now becoming a tool that needs to be plugged in, I see a lot of makers skip traditional, simple tools for angle grinders. I’ve been reminded, constantly, that I need to switch out my hacksaw for a grinder, and while I’m definitely not new to grinders, the hacksaw can hold its own.
It’s quieter, cleaner, and when I need a precise cut without spraying sparks and metal dust all over the shop, I’ll reach for this every time.
The biggest issue I have with grinders is how easy it is to make a mistake. If the steel catches, it can pull the cut-off wheel into the material, and suddenly, you’re removing far more than you intended. On top of that, the kerf is more than double with a grinder compared to a hacksaw.
When you pick up a hacksaw, here’s a simple tip that’ll take the edge off: treat cutting metal the same as cutting wood with a hand saw. Start with light strokes to create a groove and seat the blade. Once you’ve got that, switch to long, even strokes for a clean, straight cut without the blade skipping or damaging your metal.
Check out my other channel! → @makethingswithrob
Become a patron! → patreon.com/makethings ←
Huge thank you to my patrons that keep this thing going!
*MAKER TEAM*
Michelle B
Keith Current
William L McNally
Rich Lightfoot
Tutor the Barbarian
Les N.
Aubrey G.
Nukebert
Sam W.
Aaron Knows DIY
Make Things
#MakeThings #mtbitesize
