Incredible MXZ Pocket Saw - As Seen On TV
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Customer Review: Satisfied Skeptic
Summary: 5 Stars
Like most MXZ owners, I originally saw the product on an annoying infomercial. While I would never purchase it via phone or mail order, I stumbled across the MXZ at a retail store and decided I could spare the $12. At the time I didn't have a particular use for the MXZ but thought it would be nice tool to have around in case I needed to cut through hard material. I have been very happy with purchase as the MXZ has turned out to be quite handy.
About a year after my purchase, I needed to cut heat-sinking vents through a relatively thick conical aluminum reflector. It turned out that the MXZ was perfect for the job. Basically, the tungsten carbide particles on the MXZ's blade are ideal for cutting through irregular shapes or extremely hard materials. Because as the tungsten carbide grains have an omni-directional cutting ability, the blade doesn't slide right to left or bounce along the surface -- unlike a hacksaw. Additionally, the stability of the cutting motion is improved by the relatively small particles.
Other than the relatively soft aluminum reflector, I have used the MXZ to cut wood and hardened steel. Clearly there are better tools to cut either, such as a wood saw or bolt cutters, but nothing is an all-around multi-purpose saw like this.
On my hardened steel cut test, I tried to cut through an inexpensive combination Master lock. It took about five minutes to cut half way through. Of course, bolt cutters would have been much faster but that isn't the point. The MXZ was convenient.
For the price, the MXZ is a good value. The solid construction is impressive at this price point. The handle is a relatively heavy cast metal while the blade is very stiff, as it needs to be. So far, none of the tungsten carbide has appeared to have chipped away from the underlying steel blade.
Overall, the MXZ is unique saw that is inexpensive, versatile and compact. It would make a great gift and so, I plan to purchase a few of these for stocking stuffers at Christmas time.
Pros
Compact
Cuts through a wide range materials
Solid construction
Low cost
Cons
Not the fastest cutting tool for every type of material
Customer Review: Satisfied Skeptic
Summary: 5 Stars
Like most MXZ owners, I originally saw the product on an annoying infomercial. While I would never purchase it via phone or mail order, I stumbled across the MXZ at a retail store and decided I could spare the $12. At the time I didn't have a particular use for the MXZ but thought it would be nice tool to have around in case I needed to cut through hard material. I have been very happy with purchase as the MXZ has turned out to be quite handy.
About a year after my purchase, I needed to cut heat-sinking vents through a relatively thick conical aluminum reflector. It turned out that the MXZ was perfect for the job. Basically, the tungsten carbide particles on the MXZ's blade are ideal for cutting through irregular shapes or extremely hard materials. Because as the tungsten carbide grains have an omni-directional cutting ability, the blade doesn't slide right to left or bounce along the surface -- unlike a hacksaw. Additionally, the stability of the cutting motion is improved by the relatively small particles.
Other than the relatively soft aluminum reflector, I have used the MXZ to cut wood and hardened steel. Clearly there are better tools to cut either, such as a wood saw or bolt cutters, but nothing is an all-around multi-purpose saw like this.
On my hardened steel cut test, I tried to cut through an inexpensive combination Master lock. It took about five minutes to cut half way through. Of course, bolt cutters would have been much faster but that isn't the point. The MXZ was convenient.
For the price, the MXZ is a good value. The solid construction is impressive at this price point. The handle is a relatively heavy cast metal while the blade is very stiff, as it needs to be. So far, none of the tungsten carbide has appeared to have chipped away from the underlying steel blade.
Overall, the MXZ is unique saw that is inexpensive, versatile and compact. It would make a great gift and so, I plan to purchase a few of these for stocking stuffers at Christmas time.
Pros
Compact
Cuts through a wide range materials
Solid construction
Low cost
Cons
Not the fastest cutting tool for every type of material
Customer Review: wow, it actually works
Summary: 5 Stars
I was surprised to see so many bad reviews of the MXZ; it almost makes me wonder if they bought the same product I did (maybe theirs was a cheap imitation or something??). When I saw it on t.v., I figured for the price it was worth a try. But, I was amazed how well it really works! My first project was cutting off a brand new metal bolt; it took a while but it did cut right through it. Next I used it to cut through a cardboard/ laminate material on the back of my computer desk. This was very easy. We are building a house out of Aercon (aerated autoclaved concrete) block and I was delighted to find the MXZ cuts through Aercon like butter! For the price, this little hand saw cannot be beat. I love it when tools actually do what they are supposed to.Customer Review: Great product if you know what to expect.
Summary: 5 Stars
This saw will cut through about anything. I have used it on glass and steel and it was able to cut through both. It doesn't cut fast at all though. It's a "Hand Saw", it takes time to cut what you are trying to cut, but it will cut it. It's not good for big jobs. It's best suited for small stuff. If you aren't expecting speed, but a versatile product which could tackle a wide variety of "small" cutting jobs, then you will likely be satisfied with the product.
It's not going to perform like a power saw, or a saw designed for one specific purpose. It does quite well for what it's meant to do in my opinion. It's meant to be one saw which can cut anything and that's what it will do.
Customer Review: Pretty Darn Good
Summary: 5 Stars
I just purchased the saw and it worked excellently. I was amazed at everything it cut through, and i tried to use it to cut through a dumbell and was able to. (I took pictures) The only drawback is there needs to be a good amount of pressure applied to the cut object, and it can take a little while to cut some things, but then again thats if you are cutting a pure steel dumbell