Milwaukee 48-00-5026 The Ax 9 in. 5 TPI Nail-Embedded Wood Sawzall Blades (5-Pack) Review (2026)
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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- Demolition
- Nail embedded wood
- Remodeling
Milwaukee's The Ax 48-00-5026 is a 9 in, 5 TPI bi-metal reciprocating blade built for wood-with-nails demolition. The tall 1 in body resists twisting for straighter cuts, while Matrix II bi-metal, a Fang Tip and Nail Guard teeth take repeated hits from embedded nails and screws without shattering. It is a fast, affordable consumable for tearing out walls and studs, though carbide blades outlast it when the cutting gets abrasive or metal-heavy.
Pros
- Aggressive 5 TPI clears chips and plunge-cuts fast in demolition
- Matrix II bi-metal flexes under load instead of snapping
- Nail Guard and Fang Tip design resist tooth fracture on hidden nails
Cons
- Bi-metal teeth wear faster than carbide in heavy nail or metal cutting
- Coarse 5 TPI leaves a rough, splintery cut
- Not intended for thick solid metal - use a carbide metal blade instead
Specifications
| TPI | 5 |
|---|---|
| Length | 9 in |
| Material | Matrix II bi-metal |
| Shank | Universal 1/2 in tang |
| Teeth | 5 TPI with Nail Guard / Fang Tip |
| Best cut | Nail-embedded wood / demolition |