Since you almost certainly can't increase the size of the bowl very much, I envisage cutting the existing bowl off flush with the bottom of the counter, then enlarging/shaping the opening slightly as required. You have to consider the shape as well as the simple dimensions. Maybe you can find a sink that will fit almost exactly inside your existing one, but I think that's less likely than finding a slightly larger one. These steps are necessary to reduce the risk of cracks developing and propagating. The edges should be rounded over and smooth (no chips or cracks). The corners should be radiused no less than 1/2". That's where a jab saw could be useful - being a hand tool it's slow, but that's not a big problem for short cuts. Most of the cut will be simple the hard part will be getting into the corners. Personally I would not use a reciprocating saw ("Sawzall") - I find those too violent/hard to control for precise tasks - but I am very conservative by nature I'd rather spend a little extra time to avoid risk of doing damage. Standard woodworking tools like a jigsaw, trim saw, oscillating tool, router, jab saw, disc sander, orbital sander, and belt sander might be used.
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