SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS:

The specs for these saws can vary over a wide range. A common
specification would be 10° Hook, 15° A.F.B., and 20° A.T.B..

USE:

These saws are used mainly on green lumber or very soft woods.  They tend to become unstable on hard or very dry woods. The face bevels allow them to sheer the grain fiber easier and with less tear and breakout.