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A long time ago (maybe 15 years, maybe more) one of my children gave me a Coghlans Sierra Saw with an 8" blade. It looks cheap and flimsy, so for a few years it just sat there in a drawer and I didn't use it. Finally I gave it a try and I was surprised by how durable it is. Since then, I have used it a lot, always expecting it to break. But it won't die. It weighs 0.35lb. Coghlans Sierra Saw I've used it a lot including cutting firewood and aspen poles to make several back country camps like these.
Wind in my hair, Sun on my face, I gazed at the wide open spaces, And I was at home.
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Maybe not suitable for backpacking, but this is my new favorite tool from Milwaukee it cuts way outside its pay grade. If I’m boating or car camping or canoeing it comes with me. It only has a 6” bar but it will tear through wood pretty damn fast and make a nice stack of firewood in no time. Throw it behind the seat of your truck and forget about until you need to clear a path.
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This is the Silky Katanaboy 500. if you don't grin just opening this beast, something might be wrong with you.....smile 20" blade can cut. I broke out in a grin just seeing the picture. Another on the gotta have list....... Yes. If you think you need one, than you absolutely need one....grin. In my best “ Crocodile Dundee” voice..... Now, *that’s* a saw!
If you take the time it takes, it takes less time. --Pat Parelli
American by birth; Alaskan by choice. --ironbender
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After years of struggling with bow saws, happy convert to Silky.
If you take the time it takes, it takes less time. --Pat Parelli
American by birth; Alaskan by choice. --ironbender
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Maybe not suitable for backpacking, but this is my new favorite tool from Milwaukee it cuts way outside its pay grade. If I’m boating or car camping or canoeing it comes with me. It only has a 6” bar but it will tear through wood pretty damn fast and make a nice stack of firewood in no time. Throw it behind the seat of your truck and forget about until you need to clear a path. I just got one and its big brother. I agree it is my favorite. And I love Milwaukie tools so that says something.
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Some nice options that I was not aware of.
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You're Welcome At My Fire Anytime
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I used to have a 15" Sven saw but got tired of busting my knuckles with it. It's also limited to small logs, 3 to 4" max. There isn't enough room inside the bow for anything larger. If I was buying another one, I'd go with the bigger one. I also had one of those Gerbers that slides out. I really cussed that thing because I couldn't keep the blade from pushing in. I had to lift it clear out of the kerf on every push. It was a real PIA. I found the Sierra saw to be a good one although I need a new blade for it. I also have a folding saw that uses recip saw blades. Those blades are made for high speed power tools. They don't cut nearly as well as a Sierra, Silky, or other blades made for a hand saw. I have a Silky that really cuts but it's too heavy to haul around while hunting.
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The Pocketboy is nice and handy for keeping in the pack.
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After years of struggling with bow saws, happy convert to Silky. "silky bigboy 2000"...someone in Japan spends way too much time in sex shops.
These are my opinions, feel free to disagree.
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This an interesting thread though.
These are my opinions, feel free to disagree.
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After years of struggling with bow saws, happy convert to Silky. "silky bigboy 2000"...someone in Japan spends way too much time in sex shops. No idear what that means, which is just fine!
If you take the time it takes, it takes less time. --Pat Parelli
American by birth; Alaskan by choice. --ironbender
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My buddy has this saw. It folds down and stores the blade in the top tube. Extremely light. I'm looking for one for my pack.
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My buddy has this saw. It folds down and stores the blade in the top tube. Extremely light. I'm looking for one for my pack. You’ll be frustrated in your search. I Used one on and off for years... they are no longer available. Ounce for ounce I’d still roll with the Opinel.
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I have had a Wyoming saw for 35 years. I use the bone blade mostly but have used the wood blade to cut small stuff.
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Thanks for pointing out the Stihl option, cheaper than the Japanese saws. I'll have to check it out.
"Going to the mountains is going home" - John Muir
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REI has these right now. I have used them for several years and had to learn not to twist the grip as you could break them. They have improved and noone I hunt with has broken one in several years. They come with a sheath and coarse and fine blades. I just carry the saw and the fine blade hunting [about 4 oz]. It is easy to find replacement blades as well though I have only dulled up one blade on a rock.
Gerber Exchange-A-Blade Saw - discounted price$14.73 original price $22.00*
I have also used other saws including Corona and Coghlan's - I use others now. - Gerber [The slider [wouldn't stay open], the Gerber Gator Exchange a Blade [weighs twice what the cheaper one does and I can't find replacement blades] and the Myth {two teeth sizes on the same saw-no replacement blades]. - Bahco Laplander - easily the toughest and longest lasting folder I have ever used. I carry it when not hunting. If they made a bone blade for it I wouldn't fool with any others. - Silky - I went with the 180 in fine and coarse. It cuts wood extremely well but teeth are fragile. I still want to try the fine blade on bone.
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Mornin, Brad & everyone else, Agawa Saw same as the SawVivor. About $75.00 to $85.00 Canadian. Cheaper in USA funds. GWP. 🐾👣🐾👣🇨🇦
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