On Tue, 30 Jan 2007 22:17:53 GMT, "Jay Kellaway" wrote:

I am intending to trim 1/2" from the bottom of a solid oak panel door using
a skil saw. Do I have to take any precautions to avoid tear-out of the ends
of the stiles? Thanks.

Score the door with a sharp knife just a hair north of your cut and you should be
good to go even with a poor blade.