The fretsaw is a general workshop machine. It is used to cut and shape light materials such as perspex, MDF and plywood. Fretsaws are made by different companies and they range in price depending on the quality of machine. The most expensive and probably the best are manufactured by the German company ‘Hegner’. These can be used to cut very detailed shapes and they are supplied with different types of blade according to the material that is to be cut.
Cheaper fretsaws are still very useful and they can cut a range of materials. The materials cut more easily if they are quite thin, for instance, any material thicker than 10mm would be difficult to shape. The general rule is that the thicker the material, the slower the machine operator pushes the work against the blade.

The Eclipse Fretsaw is ideal for delicate, intricate cutting work in thin materials such as wood, plastic and bone and is therefore very suitable for model makers. The steel frame is fitted with a comfortable wooden handle, and the saw is supplied with a 16tpi Eclipse Fret Saw blade. 18, 22 and 32 tpi Eclipse Fret Saw blades are also available. Eclipse is a world-wide brand, distributing products throughout the world and is part of the Spear & Jackson Group, whose foundations were laid in 1760. Since our beginnings centuries of experience and innovation have resulted in the materials and development expertise that resides within the company today; and "continuous innovation" is at the heart of the company's ethos. This drive to improve product materials and performance can be seen in many different ways across the company's 3,000 lines. The organisation has come a long way since 1760, and the Spear & Jackson Group now manufactures and distributes garden tools, metrology equipment, woodworking tools, metal working tools, saw blades and magnetic equipment, with divisions across England, France and Australia. Our tools are manufactured to a high quality standard and offer superb service and longevity; guaranteed against defects in manufacturing, subject to normal wear & tear and the provision of reasonable care and maintenance. This does not affect your statutory rights. 

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