Shark Pro Takagi Saws

Brand/Manufacturer: Takagi – Niigata – Japan
Teeth & characteristics:

Ryoba: double toothing: one side with transverse teeth (fine, 1 mm), the other with wire teeth (2.3 mm)
Blade length 225mm (tooth spacing 210mm)
Blade thickness 0.45mm
Saw kerf width 0.55mm
Tooth spacing: cross teeth (very fine) 1mm; wire teeth 2.3mm

Dozuki: very fine serrations, thin blade stabilized by a rigid back for extreme precision
Blade length 270mm
Blade thickness 0.3mm
Saw kerf width 0.4mm
Tooth spacing 1mm (very fine)

Kataba: Blade length 300mm
Blade thickness 0.7mm
Saw kerf width 1.1mm
Tooth spacing: 2.3mm

Blades only available for each of the 3 Shark Pro versions
Tooth hardening: surface hardening for improved cutting edge longevity

Precise sawing of wood for joinery, cabinetmaking, sculpture or assembly.
Fine and delicate cuts (Dozuki): dovetails, splices, careful details.
Versatile use (Ryoba): sawing along the grain and across the grain on various pieces.
Common cuts and flows (Kataba).

Easy maintenance: replace worn blades without changing the entire tool.

Interview :
- Clean the blade after each use to remove dust and wood residue.
- Wipe and dry the blade to prevent corrosion, even if the teeth are hardened for durability.
- Replace the blade as soon as the edge is dull or cutting becomes difficult — blades are available separately.
- Storage: Keep away from moisture and shocks to preserve the precision of the blade.

The Shark Pro range of saws by Takagi comprises high-performance, affordable Japanese saws, manufactured in Japan (Takagi – Niigata) and inspired by traditional Japanese sawmaking. Designed for precision hand sawing, they combine high efficiency, a fine cut, and durability thanks to surface-hardened teeth that extend the life of the cutting edge.
Available variants

- Dozuki (backsaw)
The Dozuki Shark Pro 260 mm version has a rigid back which stabilizes the thin blade and allows for very precise cuts, ideal for fine joinery, dovetails, splices or any delicate work requiring a minimal saw kerf.

- Ryoba (double-toothed)
The Ryoba Shark Pro 210 mm is a versatile saw with two types of teeth on the same blade: one for sawing with the grain and another for crosscutting. It's the ultimate all-purpose tool for a wide range of woodworking tasks.

- Kataba (backless saw)
Long blade saw with high-efficiency teeth, for standard cuts

The range also includes individual blades for these models, allowing for quick and economical replacement when the blade wears out or depending on the type of work planned.