Bahco Laplander
Score: 85/100
Silky Pocketboy Outback
Score: 82/100Rankings
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.
The Silky Professional Pocketboy Folding Saw 170mm is a compact, Japanese-made folding saw optimized for hunters, backpackers, and bushcrafters. Its stealthy design and efficient cutting capabilities make it ideal for game processing and shelter-building, though it is not suited for heavy timber cutting. It is best suited for users needing a portable, high-performance tool for low-impact outdoor tasks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
7.48 inchesbest | 6.7 inches | |
7 TPI | 8.5 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.42 lbsbest | 0.55 lbs |
15.75 inchesbest | 14.57 inches | |
— | 1.2 mmbest | |
— | 2.6 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Plastic/Rubber | Arbor Composite |
Handle Type | Ergonomic | Fixed |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.42 lbs | 0.55 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 15.75 inches | 14.57 inches |
Performance & Usage(3) | ||
Intended Use | Bushcraft/Survival | Bushcraft, Hunting |
Cutting Action | Push/Pull | Pull |
Suitable Materials | Wood/Plastic/Bone | Wood, Bone |
Blade Specifications(5) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 7.48 inches | 6.7 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 7 TPI | 8.5 TPI |
Blade Material | Carbon Steel | Japanese Steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | mm | 1.2 mm |
Blade Width (inches) | inches | 2.6 inches |
Build & Durability(1) | ||
Blade Coating | Black Powder Epoxy | Black Nickel/Tin |
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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.
Professional reviewers and editors describe the Silky Pocketboy as robust and wickedly efficient, particularly praising its ability to cut through greenwood, deadwood, and bone with ease. The thicker Outback blade, non-reflective coating, and tactical aesthetic are highlighted as key strengths.
Everyday users frequently praise the saw's light weight, rapid cutting speed, and secure locking mechanism. A common refrain among users is that it 'cuts like butter' and retains its sharpness longer than competing products.
“eats through small wood”
“invaluable”
“cuts like butter”
