The SME 33C professional hacksaw is characterized by the curved shape of its blade. The blade is made of high-carbon steel with hard chrome coating to increase penetration into the branch and as an anti-rust treatment. The clear and precise cut makes the wood surface smooth and flat, preventing infections and allowing fast formation of scar tissue on the branch. Teeth are sharpened in 3 planes and pulse-hardened to maximize sharpening life. The special blade processing, called “surface flaring”, is designed to improve branch penetration by drastically reducing friction. Is equipped with pouch and adjustable buckle.