Since my son has shown an interest in woodworking with me, I'm thinking of giving him a fret saw (or coping). I'm thinking of two different saws. One is the Olson that that Joel sells at TFWW; the other is the knew concepts. The Olson - as I see it - is serviceable and inexpensive. The knew concepts is the best engineered and that is reflected in the price. My son is a responsible 10.
So should I give him the serviceable and inexpensive saw that is easily replace or should I give him the better saw and save him some frustration?