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Scribbler observed cutting tool (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

hacksaw

'cutting tool' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

'scribbler observed' is the wordplay.
'scribbler' becomes 'hack' (I've seen this in another clue).
'observed' becomes 'saw' (seen).
'hack'+'saw'='HACKSAW'

(Other definitions for hacksaw that I've seen before include "Metal cutter" , "metalworker may use?" , "means of cutting lead article?" , "Blade in a frame under tension" , "Toothed tool for cutting metal" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.
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