Choose between a crosscut and rip blade for your project. Rip Saw Blades – has fewer teeth than a crosscut and is not designed to get a smooth cut. But it will move through hardwood with little effort and leave little scoring. Crosscut Saw Blades – these are going to have around 60-80 teeth, more than a rip blade. This blade is going to produce a smooth cross cut along wood without breaking or cracking it, but it does require a slower feeding rate. The higher the tooth count, the cleaner the cut. The steel quality of the blade will also determine how durable and how well the saw blade is able to perform.