Finds: Freud Crosscut Blades
By Sean O'Hara
When someone mentions Freud around the shop you think jacket patches and “tell me about your mother,” right? What you should be thinking is long-lasting crosscut blades.
The TiCo Hi-Density laser cut blades from Freud feature the distinctive red “perma-shield” coating that (they claim) almost eliminates heat from cutting friction. The red shielding also resists corrosion and resin build-up that can shorten the lifespan of your blade after repeated use.
Freud states that their blades last at least 2 times longer than the standard cross cut blades, but quality doesn’t come cheap: The “perma-sheild” blades will set you back $45 to $65 depending on size.
Crosscut Blades [Freud]
Street Pricing [Froogle]
