Originally Posted by Bambistew
Originally Posted by Rock Chuck


The saw Bambistew posted meets all 3 even though it's bigger and heavier than I like for elk hunting.


I realize this is the backpacking forum. My favorite backpacking saw, is no saw. Best weight savings there is.

Not sure about your size limitations, it fits in a day pack no problem. It weighs about 8oz. My WY saw weighs about 20 with the sheath, Knapp saws are about 12-18 depending on model. I won't pack a folding saw unless desperate.

The OP asked about bone saws. For backpacking, if you get a bull, it's either carry out the antlers or the whole head. You're not taking antlers off with a knife so it's either a hatchet or a saw and a saw's a lot lighter. Almost any saw's lighter than 20lb of bone on your back.

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