Bahco Laplander
Score: 85/100
Silky Pocketboy
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Silky PocketBoy is a compact, Japanese-manufactured folding saw engineered for portability without sacrificing cutting power in soft wood. Its primary limitation is the inability to sharpen the impulse-hardened teeth, requiring full blade replacement when dull. It is best suited for outdoor professionals and hobbyists prioritizing weight reduction and packability for pruning tasks.
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 inchesbest | 5.12 inches | |
7 TPI | 8.5 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.42 lbsbest | 0.54 lbs |
15.75 inchesbest | 11.5 inches | |
— | 1.15 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Plastic/Rubber | Rubber/Steel |
Handle Type | Ergonomic | Flip-Lock |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.42 lbs | 0.54 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 15.75 inches | 11.5 inches |
Performance & Usage(3) | ||
Intended Use | Bushcraft/Survival | Pruning/Soft Wood |
Cutting Action | Push/Pull | Pull |
Suitable Materials | Wood/Plastic/Bone | Soft Wood |
Blade Specifications(4) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 7.48 inches | 5.12 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 7 TPI | 8.5 TPI |
Blade Material | Carbon Steel | Hardened Steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | mm | 1.15 mm |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Blade Coating | Black Powder Epoxy | Chrome |
Replaceable Blade | true | false |
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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 praise the PocketBoy for its excellent construction quality and practical engineering, noting the fit and finish is sturdy and neat. The vulcanized rubber handle is highlighted for its durability, while the impulse-hardening process is recognized as a specialized manufacturing advantage.
Users consistently emphasize the saw's exceptional portability and surprising cutting power, describing it as a 'Little Giant' due to its disproportionate power relative to size. The lightweight construction and secure locking mechanism are frequently cited as making it dependable for extended outdoor use.
“eats through small wood”
“invaluable”
