What tool is used to cut screws?

What tool is used to cut screws?

A hacksaw is a type of hand saw with very fine teeth that's specifically made to cut through metal. See our side by side comparisons of the best hand saw. You can use this type of hand saw to relatively easily saw through a nail or screw for a clean, efficient cut.

Can you cut screws shorten?

Wood screws are relatively easy to cut down to a shorter length, but if you do, it's always a good idea to drive it into a pilot hole because the screw will lose its point and may not penetrate the wood easily or exactly straight. … Simply nip off the end of the screw to the desired length.