Saws
A mainstay of many workshops, both for the professional and DIY enthusiast
For smooth, straight plunge cuts, often used with a guide rail
With their narrow blades, jigsaws are able to cut intricate shapes
Horizontal reciprocating blades for heavier duty cutting tasks
Cordless and corded chainsaws for the professional or home user
The need to cut material of any sort efficiently gave rise to the first saws. Adding a motor to power the blade has made the whole process much less labour intensive.