The Bahco Barracuda 244+ is a general purpose hard point hand saw that cuts cleanly through timber, sheet materials and more. A proper workhorse for site and workshop use, trusted by tradespeople who need a reliable saw that stays sharp longer than most.
QTY
Price
QTY
1
£8.95£10.74
10
£88.95£106.74
20
£173.80£208.56
The Bahco 244+ Barracuda is one of the best-known bahco hand saw models on the market, and for good reason. It has been a staple in tool bags and site boxes across the UK for years, offering clean cutting performance in a well-balanced, comfortable package. If you need a general purpose hand saw that will handle everything from structural timber to sheet goods without fuss, this is a solid choice.
The 22 inch blade length gives you enough reach for most cutting tasks without feeling unwieldy. The hard point teeth are induction-hardened, which means they hold a sharp edge significantly longer than conventional teeth. You cannot resharpen hard point teeth, but that is rarely a concern in practice — by the time the blade dulls, you have had far more use out of it than you would from a resharpenable saw. Replacement is straightforward and cost-effective at this price point.
What Makes the Bahco Barracuda 244+ Stand Out
The tooth geometry on the Barracuda is designed for crosscutting and ripping, making it genuinely useful across a range of tasks rather than being optimised for just one. The 7 TPI configuration on the 22 inch model gives a reasonable balance between cutting speed and finish quality. It is not a fine finish saw, but it will leave a workable edge on most timber cuts.
The handle is ergonomically shaped and fits comfortably in the hand during extended use. It is not something you would usually notice until you pick up a poorly designed saw and feel the difference. Bahco have always paid attention to handle comfort, and this model is no exception.
For tradespeople buying in quantity, this saw represents strong value. Whether you are kitting out a new apprentice, stocking a site store, or simply replacing a worn blade, the Barracuda 244+ does exactly what a bahco hand saw should do.
Pro Tip: When starting a cut, score the line with a couple of light pull strokes before applying full forward pressure — this seats the blade cleanly and prevents the teeth from skipping across the surface.
The Barracuda 244+ is used across general construction, carpentry, joinery, roofing and groundwork wherever a reliable hand saw is needed. It cuts through softwood, hardwood, MDF, plywood, OSB and most timber-based sheet materials with ease. It is equally useful on a busy building site for rough cutting structural timber and in a workshop for more controlled finish cuts.
Best For
General purpose timber cutting
Crosscutting and ripping
Softwood and hardwood
Sheet materials including MDF and plywood
Site and workshop use
Works With
Softwood timber
Hardwood timber
MDF and OSB
Plywood
Structural timber
Key Specifications
Blade length: 22 inch
Hard point induction-hardened teeth
7 TPI
Ergonomic handle
Non-resharpenable blade
Not suitable for: Not suitable for cutting metal, plastics or masonry. Hard point blades cannot be resharpened, so this saw is not the right choice if you specifically need a resharpenable tool.
Mark your cut line clearly before starting. Use a try square or pencil line and make sure the workpiece is supported properly to avoid the material closing on the blade mid-cut. Begin with light pull strokes to establish a clean kerf, then apply steady forward pressure using the full length of the blade. Let the saw do the work — forcing it will cause the blade to wander.
Mark the cut line clearly using a pencil and square
Support the workpiece firmly to prevent movement during cutting
Position the blade on the waste side of the line
Start with two or three light pull strokes to create a seating kerf
Apply steady, even pressure and use the full length of the blade
Support the offcut with your free hand as you complete the cut to prevent splitting
Can the teeth on the Bahco 244+ Barracuda be resharpened?
No. The 244+ uses induction-hardened hard point teeth, which cannot be resharpened. When the blade dulls, the saw is replaced rather than resharpened. In practice, hard point teeth last considerably longer than standard teeth, so you get good value before replacement is needed.
Is the Bahco Barracuda 244+ suitable for cutting sheet materials like MDF and plywood?
Yes, it handles most timber-based sheet materials including MDF, plywood and OSB without any issues. It is a general purpose saw rather than a fine finish saw, so for MDF where a very clean edge is critical, you may want to score the cut line first to reduce any breakout on the face.
The Bahco 244+ Barracuda features a hardened and tempered steel blade with induction-hardened teeth for extended edge retention. The 22 inch blade operates at 7 TPI, striking a practical balance between cutting speed and surface finish. The handle is constructed from durable, ergonomically shaped plastic designed to reduce hand fatigue during extended use.
Brand
Bahco
Model
244+
Blade Length
22 inch
Teeth Per Inch (TPI)
7
Tooth Type
Hard point, induction-hardened
Resharpenable
No
Application
General purpose crosscut and rip
Weight
N/A
Size
22in
Box Quantity
1, 10, 20
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