how well does it cut through steel?
473429
it doesn't cut through steel what are you talking about they did that in the star wars movies
923368
No problem to cut, but what are your plans to keep the steel shell from puckering after you cut the connecting end off? In any event, it will cut the steel easily but if the bottom contains an internal wood frame, it may be a little smokey as the blade has no hook angle as a pure wood blade does.
1806666
Sorry no idea but it cuts through wrought iron like butter. I been trying to cut 25 - 1.5" thick iron posts with metal chop saw, plasma cutter, grinding wheel, sideline torch, etc... nothing will cut through metal like this does. I just built two staircase railings with 1.5" spindles and without this tool we would have been in big trouble making these..... best thing is no effort needed it in your part. Just let the tool do the work.
2070772
Not sure what kind of steel, or if it could cut bone, but it is very sharp and would cut bamboo. It is a real sword and handler should be very careful when wielding it.
130178
Have not had the occasion to do that yet, but it is a pretty solid bolt cutter. cut through 1/8" steel wire easily
786871
It really depends on what I am cutting with it. Usually does pretty good. I cut angle iron, 3/4 x 3 flat bar, etc., as long as you don't jam it in and let the blade do the cutting it holds up very good.
2266081
depends on the sawblade you use. with the right blade it does cut steel, probably not thicker than 1/8 of an inch. be careful!
1606877
It cuts wood, but just a little slower, because the blade is made for metal. However, I have done it without a problem on occasion...
1659483
I have not had a need to cut steel pipe however I am sure it would cut through with the correct blade. Not the blade it comes with.
1357301
It is certainly sharp enough, but if you want a precise cut this would not be the tool for you. It is great for mincing, but not will not compete with skilled knife work.
1061821
I just used this saw to install laminate flooring in my house. The blade cut the material fine. The cut was smooth even though I had already cut quite a bit of steel with the blade and it was somewhat dull.
687127
I have never cut aluminum, but I have been cutting 3X3 box steel with 1/4 thick walls. It seems to handle it without a problem. Have also cut 4 inch by 1/2 in flat steel without a problem.
1817711
I cut around 50 4" holes in two sheets of 1/2" ply clamped together. Takes about 45-sec to get through the 1" not pushing hard. Let the cutters do the work. I also just cut two 5" holes in 20 gauge steel with the same blades. Still sharp
2045922
If you get a GOOD quality blade for metal and variable power switch you can cut steel. I use mine to cut circular saw blades for knife blanks
632888
Perhaps not since it takes strength to cut through steel. It depends what you are cutting, too. This is a wonderful tool since it will cut through steel that is half inch in width.
120907
Its a big knife for whittling. I wouldn't worry about the edge dulling, should hold up better than regular steel. Its razor sharp out of the box.
407257
It takes an edge a bit quicker but dulls a bit quicker too. The steel is strong and I like it quite a bit. I think you'll be more than happy with the knife, probably worth twice what you pay for it when compared to similar quality blades.