Bahco Laplander
Score: 85/100
Fiskars PowerTooth 10-inch
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Fiskars Folding Hand Saw with Dual Position Locking Saw is a compact, portable pruning tool designed for cutting branches too thick for loppers. Its unique over-center lock and aggressive POWER TOOTH blade offer exceptional cutting power and safety. It is best suited for homeowners, campers, and light arborists needing a versatile tool for pruning and brush clearing.
The Bahco Laplander is a compact, lightweight folding pruning saw designed for bushcraft, camping, and trail maintenance with efficient push-pull performance. While it offers clean cuts on small wood, it is slower on thick green wood and lacks the speed of specialized backpacking saws. It is ideal for backpackers and campers needing a reliable tool for processing branches up to 5 inches.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
7.48 inches | 10 inchesbest | |
7 TPIbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.42 lbs | 0.066 lbsbest |
15.75 inchesbest | 14.75 inches | |
— | 1.25 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Plastic/Rubber | Composite |
Handle Type | Ergonomic | Folding |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.42 lbs | 0.066 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 15.75 inches | 14.75 inches |
Performance & Usage(3) | ||
Intended Use | Bushcraft/Survival | Pruning |
Cutting Action | Push/Pull | Pull |
Suitable Materials | Wood/Plastic/Bone | Wood, PVC |
Blade Specifications(5) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 7.48 inches | 10 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 7 TPI | N/A TPI |
Blade Material | Carbon Steel | High Carbon Steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | mm | N/A mm |
Blade Width (inches) | inches | 1.25 inches |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Blade Coating | Black Powder Epoxy | Chrome |
Replaceable Blade | true | false |
General(1) | ||
Warranty | Limited Lifetime | Lifetime |
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Professional reviewers praise the Bahco Laplander for its reliability, precise mechanics, and superior wet grip, calling it an invaluable tool for bushcraft and camping. While it offers clean cuts and efficient push-pull performance on small to medium wood, experts note it is slower on thick green wood compared to curved alternatives like Silky or Corona.
Everyday users commonly praise the saw's lightweight portability, sharpness out-of-the-box, and secure locking mechanism, noting it handles small wood with minimal binding. Recurring complaints include slower cutting speeds on green or thick material, handle slipperiness in very wet conditions, and the blade's length limitation for larger tasks.
“eats through small wood”
“invaluable”
“Impressed by how much cutting power is packed into such a compact tool... performed well, cutting with surprising speed and efficiency on limbs and campfire wood”
Professional reviewers praise the saw for its exceptional cutting power and safety features, noting that it performs with surprising speed and efficiency on limbs and campfire wood. The unique over-center lock and pull-stroke efficiency are highlighted as key advantages.
Everyday users commonly praise the saw for its secure locking mechanism, quick cutting ability on branches, and the comfort of the Softgrip handle. Recurring complaints focus on the need for extra tools for tension adjustments and the inability to replace the blade.
