Best 12 Inch Reciprocating Saw Blades for Metal (2026)

A rusted exhaust hanger or a stubborn bolt under the car calls for a blade that keeps cutting instead of dulling halfway through the job. The best 12 inch reciprocating saw blades for metal pair the right tooth count with carbide or cobalt teeth, so the blade bites into thick metal and keeps its edge. This guide compares the blades on TPI, teeth, pack size and cutting range, so you can match a blade to the metal in front of you.

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Picks for the garage

#	Product	Shop Score	Buy
1	25 Pack 12 Inch 8/14TPI Reciprocating Saw Blades	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
2	EZARC Carbide Reciprocating Saw Blade	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
3	DEWALT Reciprocating Saw Blades, Straight Back	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
4	EZARC Bi-Metal Reciprocating Saw Blades	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon

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25 Pack 12 Inch 8/14TPI Reciprocating Saw Blades

jinmg·9.7/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 25-pack of 12-inch bi-metal reciprocating saw blades at 8/14 TPI with 8% cobalt for metal, wood and nail-embedded lumber.

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Pros

• 25 blades in one pack
• 8/14 TPI variable tooth design for mixed work
• Bi-metal with extra 8% cobalt and 1.27 mm thickness
• Cuts metal, wood and nail-embedded lumber

Cons

• No warranty term stated
• No safety listing stated
• Listing calls them pruning blades while the title frames demolition
• No shank size stated

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EZARC Carbide Reciprocating Saw Blade

EZARC·9.6/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

One 12-inch carbide reciprocating saw blade at 8 TPI for thick metal, with a 1/2 inch universal shank.

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Pros

• Carbide teeth for cast iron, stainless and rebar
• Maker claims up to 50x longer life than bi-metal
• 8 TPI for 1/8 to 1/2 in. metal cutting
• 1/2 inch universal shank fits Sawzall saws

Cons

• No warranty term stated
• No safety listing stated
• 1 blade in the pack
• No weight stated

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DEWALT Reciprocating Saw Blades, Straight Back

DEWALT·9.6/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 5-pack of straight-back 12-inch bi-metal reciprocating saw blades at 14 TPI with a patented toothform.

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Pros

• Patented toothforms optimize chip removal
• Bi-metal construction for flexibility and a long edge
• Up to 50% longer life than the prior generation
• Made in the U.S.A. with global materials

Cons

• No warranty term stated
• No safety listing stated
• No shank size stated
• No cutting range stated

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EZARC Bi-Metal Reciprocating Saw Blades

EZARC·9.6/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 5-pack of 12-inch bi-metal reciprocating saw blades at 14 TPI with M42 cobalt teeth for sheet metal and pipes.

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Pros

• M42 cobalt teeth resist high temperatures
• 14 TPI for 3 to 10 mm sheet metal
• Cuts pipes under 250 mm
• 1/2 inch shank fits Sawzall tools

Cons

• No warranty term stated
• No safety listing stated
• No blade thickness stated
• Dimensions run to 5 decimal places, hard to read

Compared on paper

Specs such as CFM, PSI and torque are the manufacturer’s ratings as listed, collected 5 November 2026. Where a listing contradicts itself, both figures are shown.

How the points were given

Each blade is scored on performance, build, value, safety and warranty, with the weights published on our How We Pick page. None states a UL, ETL or CSA listing, so no pick earns safety points, and none of the 4 states a warranty term.

Shop Scores range from a low of 9.2 to a high of 9.8, with each tool positioned by its weighted points proportionally, and more points always yields a higher score. Only powered tools, or tools with stated safety features, get safety points. Everything else is rated out of 90.

What the listings tell you

We read 4 blade listings. 2 of the 4 list carbide or cobalt teeth, and 2 list bi-metal construction. 2 of the 4 come in 5-packs, 1 comes in a 25-pack and 1 is a lone blade. Only 1 states a thickness figure, and none states a warranty term or a safety listing.

Best 12 inch reciprocating saw blades for metal buying guide

TPI

TPI decides how the blade meets the metal. The EZARC carbide blade runs 8 TPI for thick metal, the jinmg pack runs 8/14 TPI for mixed work, and the DEWALT and EZARC bi-metal blades run 14 TPI. Lower TPI suits thicker stock, while higher TPI suits thinner sheet and pipe.

Teeth

Teeth decide how long the edge lasts. The EZARC carbide blade welds carbide particles to the edge and the maker claims up to 50x longer life than bi-metal. The EZARC bi-metal blade uses M42 cobalt teeth, and the jinmg pack adds 8% cobalt to bi-metal. DEWALT lists a patented toothform for chip removal and up to 50% longer life than its prior generation.

Cutting range

Cutting range decides what the blade handles. The EZARC carbide blade lists 1/8 to 1/2 in. metal cutting for cast iron, alloy steel, stainless steel, rebar and car beams. The EZARC bi-metal blade lists 3 to 10 mm sheet metal and pipes under 250 mm. The jinmg pack lists metal cutting from 1/8 to 3/8 in. for medium metals, plus wood and nail-embedded lumber.

Pack size

Pack size decides how many blades you keep on hand. The jinmg pack holds 25 blades, the DEWALT and EZARC bi-metal packs hold 5 each, and the EZARC carbide blade ships as 1 blade. A larger pack suits demolition work where blades wear fast, while 1 carbide blade suits a few thick cuts.

Shank fit

Shank fit decides whether the blade seats in the saw. The EZARC carbide blade lists a 1/2 inch universal shank, and the EZARC bi-metal blade lists a 1/2 inch shank that fits Sawzall tools. The jinmg and DEWALT listings name no shank size, so check the shank against the saw before ordering.

Garage Fit Check

• Check the TPI before the first cut: the picks run 8, 8/14 and 14 TPI.
• Match the teeth to the metal: carbide for cast iron and stainless, M42 cobalt for sheet metal and pipe.
• Keep spares on hand: the jinmg pack holds 25 blades and the DEWALT and EZARC bi-metal packs hold 5 each.
• Check the shank: the EZARC blades list a 1/2 inch shank for Sawzall tools.

FAQ: garage tools

What TPI is best for cutting thick metal?

Lower TPI cuts thicker stock. The EZARC carbide blade runs 8 TPI and lists 1/8 to 1/2 in. metal cutting, while the jinmg pack runs 8/14 TPI for mixed metal and wood. The 14 TPI blades suit thinner sheet metal and pipe.

Are carbide reciprocating saw blades worth it for metal?

Carbide teeth suit the hardest metals. The EZARC carbide blade lists cast iron, alloy steel, stainless steel, rebar and car beams, and the maker claims up to 50x longer life than bi-metal. Bi-metal blades suit general metal cutting, and the jinmg pack adds 8% cobalt for longer life.

How many blades come in a pack?

It depends on the pack. The jinmg pack holds 25 blades, the DEWALT and EZARC bi-metal packs hold 5 each, and the EZARC carbide blade ships as 1 blade. Check the pack count in the listing before ordering.

Do these blades fit any reciprocating saw?

The EZARC blades list a 1/2 inch universal shank for Sawzall tools, and the jinmg pack lists fit for Bosch, DeWalt, Milwaukee, SKIL, Makita, Black and Decker, Ryobi, Porter Cable, Hitachi, Flex and Hilti. DEWALT lists no shank size, so check the shank against the saw.

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