keyhole saw
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of keyhole saw
First recorded in 1770–80
Example Sentences
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Then, carve right through the pattern with a No. 2 X-Acto Handle with No. 15 keyhole saw blades.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 17, 2022
A saber saw, a spiral saw or a keyhole saw can be used, depending on the location and the thickness of the material.
From Time Magazine Archive
Cut out the wood with a scroll saw or a keyhole saw, trim the edges down thin and smooth both surfaces with fine sandpaper.
From The Boy Mechanic: Volume 1 700 Things for Boys to Do by Popular Mechanics Co.
A wide chisel, say about 1-1/4 in. wide, a small iron "bull-nose" plane, and a keyhole saw, will all be helpful, and save a lot of unnecessary labor with the carving tools.
From Wood-Carving Design and Workmanship by Lethaby, W. R. (William Richard)
A scroll saw is much more useful than a keyhole saw for sawing small and irregular holes, and many fancy knick-knacks, such as brackets, bookracks and shelves can be made with one.
From The Boy Mechanic: Volume 1 700 Things for Boys to Do by Popular Mechanics Co.
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