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Excel Blades

Coping and Jeweler Saw

Precision Coping Saws & Jewelers Saws for Every Detail

Whether you're tackling fine woodworking, detailed metal cutting, or model-making, Excel Blades offers a premium selection of coping saws and jewelers saws designed for control, accuracy, and comfort. Our tools are trusted by professionals and hobbyists alike for their performance across a wide range of materials - from wood and plastic to rubber, PVC pipe, and thin metal sheets.

With a legacy built on precision craftsmanship, Excel Blades delivers tools that support creativity, technical work, and professional results.

Discover Versatile Cutting Tools for Detailed Work

Excel Blades coping saws and jewelers saws are available in multiple frame sizes and blade configurations to suit your specific project needs. Known for their lightweight frames and ergonomic grip, these hand saws offer adjustable blade tension for clean, precise cuts, giving you the control you need without sacrificing strength or durability. Maintaining proper blade tension also helps prevent blade breakage, ensuring smoother cuts and longer blade life.

Our coping saws are ideal for trimming moldings, dovetails, and detailed joinery, while our jewelers saws are perfect for precision metalwork, jewelry crafting, and miniature builds.

Find Replacement Blades That Keep You Moving

We also offer a full range of replacement blades for both coping saws and jewelers saws. Our high-quality blades are engineered for clean, consistent cuts with minimal effort. Available in multiple teeth-per-inch (TPI) options, these replacements make it easy to switch between materials or refresh your tool for maximum performance.

When it's time to swap out dull blades for fresh ones, Excel Blades makes the process quick and hassle-free with replacements that fit securely and install with ease.

Why Choose Excel Blades

With decades of experience crafting cutting tools for professionals in woodworking, model-making, jewelry, and industrial applications, Excel Blades is trusted for tools that deliver precision and durability. Every coping saw and jewelers saw in our collection is designed with care, offering responsive control, sharp performance, and long-lasting construction.

When you shop at Excel Blades, you’re not just buying a tool; you’re getting support from a team that values craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Whether you're restocking blades or purchasing your first coping saw, our collection is here to meet your cutting needs with the reliability and precision you expect.

Browse the full collection of coping saws, jewelers saws, and replacement blades today to find tools that perform consistently, feel natural in hand, and support your best work, project after project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Difference Between a Coping Saw and a Jewelers Saw?

A coping saw has a thicker, sturdier frame and is typically used for cutting wood, plastic, and similar materials in curved or intricate shapes. A jewelers saw has a finer frame and holds thinner blades, making it ideal for precise cuts in metal and other delicate materials.

What Can a Jewelers Saw Cut?

Jewelers saws are designed to cut thin materials like sheet metal, wire, plastic, wood veneer, and resin. They're commonly used in jewelry making, model work, and other precision applications that require detailed control.

Can You Interchange Saw Blades?

Coping saw and jewelers saw blades are not interchangeable due to differences in frame size, blade length, and tensioning mechanisms. Each saw type requires compatible blades designed to fit its specific frame and cutting purpose.

What Size Saw Blades Do Jewelers Use?

Jewelers saw blades come in numbered sizes ranging from very fine (e.g., 8/0) to coarse (e.g., 6), with the higher zero counts being the thinnest. The right size depends on the material and level of detail required: finer blades for intricate work, coarser for quicker cuts.

Cosplay Tools

Discover the Best Cosplay Tools for Your New Project

Most of the time, the art of cosplaying involves creating outfits and props from scratch. When you're initially venturing into this fascinating hobby, looking out for the best costume tools and craft tools is essential to starting your design journey off on the right foot. 

The Right Tools to Cut Your Cosplay Materials

Fabric, wood, foam and various other materials can be used for cosplay. Most costumes require a certain amount of detail using these materials, which means you'll need to spend some time cutting and trimming them with a sharp blade.

Along with using a knife to cut materials, scissors are another key cosplay tool you need to have in your toolbox. Whether you are cutting fabric to use with a sewing machine or slicing details into other elements of your costume, a sharp, high-quality pair of scissors is essential. 

At Excel Blades, our knives and scissors come in many different types and sizes to serve all your creative needs.

Cosplaying Tools for Every Creative Mind

Find high-quality cosplay materials at Excel Blades today to get your costume started. Our extensive inventory can help you get your hobby up and running. The proper tools will allow you to get started on designing and bringing to life the cosplay costume of your dreams!

Craft Drills

When a hobbyist needs to bore a fine hole into a project in the craft room, your standard electrical drill simply won’t do. More often than not, crafters need to drill small bore holes with delicacy and precision. And at Excel Blades, you can trust that we have you covered. Our craft drills are designed for the delicate drilling tasks that crafters need to tackle, providing just the right amount of oomph to satisfy your need while leaving the rest of that precious piece unbothered. 

Whether you’re making jewelry, putting together a little work of art in your woodworking shop or crafting a polymer clay masterpiece, Excel Blades hobby drills are the go-to choice among discerning crafters the world over. 

Indeed, when you’re in need of a logical solution for a drilling task in your craft studio, you can be sure that Excel Blades has the bit you need among our wide assortment of hand drills

Our Mini Pin Vise with 12 Assorted Drills comes with a permanent self-centering aluminum chuck that accommodates drills #50 through #80. Our Swivel Head Pin Vise with 4 Chucks comes equipped with a hexagon swivel head that provides a precision touch, making it ideal for lightweight work on plastic, wood, metals and beyond. Our Double Ended Pin Vise Drill is made of rugged, durable steel, so you can trust that it’ll be with you for the long haul. 

At Excel Blades, we understand crafters and their needs, so you can rest assured that our craft drills are just right for the drilling tasks you need to complete. 

Craft Pliers

Craft Pliers for Every Creative Vision

Every craftsperson knows the moment of inspiration when a perfect tool transforms an ordinary task into an extraordinary creation. Whether you're bending wire to craft a stunning piece of jewelry, gripping tiny components for your next model masterpiece, or shaping materials with the precision of a seasoned artisan, the right pliers elevate your craft.

At Excel Blades, we understand that precision tools are the cornerstone of exceptional work. That’s why we offer a curated collection of pliers designed to meet the unique needs of crafters, hobbyists, and professionals alike.

Precision and Purpose in Every Pair

From the first grip, you’ll notice the difference a quality pair of hobby pliers can make. Excel Blades’ pliers are crafted to provide unparalleled control and precision, empowering you to bring your creative visions to life. With a wide range of specialized designs, we offer the perfect pliers for every creative need.

  • Wire Cutter Pliers: Designed to deliver clean, precise cuts on wires of all thicknesses. Perfect for electrical projects, crafting, and DIY work.

  • Smooth Jaw Pliers: Flat, smooth jaws protect delicate materials, making them ideal for gripping without causing damage. A favorite for jewelry making and electronics.

  • End Nippers: Sharp, angled jaws make cutting nails, wires, and fasteners close to surfaces effortless. Perfect for carpentry, crafting, and model assembly.

  • Bent Nose Pliers: The angled design provides better access to tight spaces, making these pliers a must have for precision work and wire bending.

  • Flat Nose Pliers: Wide, flat jaws give you excellent control for straightening, bending, and holding materials during detailed tasks like jewelry crafting.

  • Pliers with Side Cutters: A versatile option combining gripping power and cutting ability, ideal for a variety of crafting and electrical applications.

  • Round Nose Pliers: The rounded jaws are perfect for forming loops, curves, and intricate designs, especially in jewelry making and floral work.

  • Smooth Nose Pliers: With their sleek design, these pliers excel at gripping small items securely without scratching or marring surfaces.

  • Long Needle Nose Pliers: Their extended, narrow jaws make them perfect for reaching into tight spaces, gripping tiny objects, and handling precision tasks.

Why Excel Blades Pliers?

At Excel Blades, we understand that the best tools don’t just perform well—they also feel good to use. That’s why every pair of our craft pliers is equipped with a spring-loaded design that minimizes hand strain and fatigue, even during long crafting sessions. The spring mechanism reduces the effort required to open and close the pliers, making them especially comfortable for intricate, repetitive tasks. Paired with durable carbon steel construction and cushioned, ergonomic handles, our pliers are built to provide a smooth, fatigue-free experience from start to finish.

Transform Your Craft Today

With the right tools, your work elevates from the ordinary to something truly extraordinary. Excel Blades’ pliers give you the confidence and control to craft with precision and purpose, no matter your medium.

So whether you're crafting jewelry that dazzles, assembling models with jaw-dropping detail, or simply adding a personal touch to your next project, trust Excel Blades to provide the tools that make your vision a reality. Explore our plier collection today and see how the perfect tool can elevate your work to the next level of artistry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Skinny Pliers Called?

Skinny pliers are often referred to as needle nose pliers or long nose pliers.

What are Precision Pliers?

Precision pliers are specialized tools designed for detailed, delicate tasks such as electronics work, jewelry making, or intricate crafting. They feature fine-tipped jaws and ergonomic designs for maximum control and accuracy.

What is the Difference Between Jewelry Pliers and Regular Pliers?

Jewelry pliers are specifically designed for delicate work, often featuring smooth or rounded jaws to avoid damaging materials. Regular pliers, on the other hand, are more rugged and designed for general-purpose tasks like gripping, cutting, or bending tougher materials.

Craft Tools

Tools for Crafts

Whether you’re tackling a professional crafting project or exploring a new hobby, using the right tool improves the quality of your work. Excel Blades has a selection of crafting tools to make your next project a success!

Knives and Cutting Tools

From creating holiday decorations out of construction paper to making picture frames with foam board, you need a sturdy craft knife to get the project looking just right. Our selection of tools for crafts includes hobby knives in a variety of sizes with blades available in multiple lengths. We have a collection of knives that provide you with precise cutting action.

To keep your workspace in top condition, pair your cutting tools with a durable cutting mat. Our cutting mats give you peace of mind while protecting your kitchen countertop, dining room table or any other surface in your work area.

Embossing Tools

A collection of reliable embossing tools comes in handy for dozens of craft projects. Use our embossing tools to personalize your notecards and other stationery. Select a stylus with a tip that gives you the exact line you’re looking for, whether it’s a stencil for a leather belt, a clay mug or a Halloween pumpkin! Change the tip to suit the project.

Tweezing Tools

Taking on a project with small details such as sequins, beads or tiny tassels requires exact work. We offer a selection of tweezers that are easy to grip and maneuver, helping you put every tiny item into place. Our tools are made of lasting materials and are easy to clean.

High-Quality Tools for Crafts

Our inventory of tools and supplies can help to make any creative project a standout. Check out our first-rate selection today!

Crafting Scissors

Craft Scissors

A pair of high-quality craft scissors from Excel Blades can help you take a seemingly simple project and make it your own. You can transform a plain piece of paper into an intricate design with a decorative edge. Our stainless-steel scissors can cut paper, leather, wood, vinyl, foam board and more.

Scissors made for crafts are one of the many types of hobby tools designed for use in various arts and crafts projects. These scissors are especially beneficial for making precision cuts and strategic designs, such as when working on paper crafts where you need every cut to be perfect.

Types of Scissors

We offer a range of scissors to meet various needs. You can choose curved or straight scissors. We also have safety scissors and blunt scissors that are appropriate for the medical professional as well as crafters.

If you love doing art projects but have a hand condition that gets in the way, you may feel that you need to give up a hobby that makes you happy. Specific options, such as scissors with a comfort grip, could provide some relief and help you safely continue your creative projects and daily tasks.

Cut Away

Excel Blades offers a wide range of craft scissors and other tools to help you take your crafting to the next level. Whatever you need to cut, we've got the right instrument for the job.