Hi Sebastien

In Canada, is it OK to import stuff from the USA, or is it crazy expensive? If you can import stuff, then your problems are solved, there are plenty of choices out there.

If you’re limited to Canada, I know Lee Valley sells a Pax 22″ and 26″ rip saw with 4.5 TPI. I’ve never used one, but Lee Valley enjoys a good reputation, so it’s probably a good saw, I think they’re really close to your budget, and it’s brand-new.

Also, since you’re not resawing wider stock, if you’re willing to consider a Japanese saw, you can get a rip-tooth kataba from Lee Valley for 40-50 bucks, or a Suizan 10.5″ kataba from Amazon for 35 bucks. I’ve used a Gyokucho from Amazon for several years as a travel saw — if it gets stolen I won’t cry — and it comes super sharp, and does really good work. In a coupla years, you buy a replacement blade for about 20 bucks, and you’re as good as new.

Otherwise, ebay is still an option, I’m sure with patience and care you can find a good saw.