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Olson Saw BM82864BL Bi-Metal Band Saw Blade, 1/2-Inch x 64-1/2-Inch, 18 TPI

Bi-metal construction doubles or triples blade life compared to carbon steel in hardwood

✎ PickHonest Research Desk▦ Updated October 15, 2026◷ 3 min read

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Olson Saw BM82864BL Bi-Metal Band Saw Blade, 1/2-Inch x 64-1/2-Inch, 18 TPI
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Olson Saw BM82864BL Bi-Metal Band Saw Blade, 1/2-Inch x 64-1/2-Inch, 18 TPI

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Bi-metal construction doubles or triples blade life compared to carbon steel in hardwood

  • Bi-metal construction with hardened teeth
  • 18 TPI regular tooth, raker set
  • 1/2-inch width, 64-1/2-inch length
  • Made in the USA since 1918

Pros

  • Bi-metal construction doubles or triples blade life compared to carbon steel in hardwood
  • Hardened teeth mainta in sharpness through dense hardwoods and abrasive material
  • Flexible backing handles repeated wheel flex without fatigue fractures
  • Olson is one of the most widely available bi-metal bandsaw blade brands in US woodworking supply

Cons

  • More expensive per blade than carbon steel
  • 64-1/2-inch length fits smaller benchtop saws -- verify length for larger 14-inch saws
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