Fiskars Folding Saw
Score: 85/100
Jorgensen Hand Saw
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Jorgensen 15" Hand Saw is a professional-grade handsaw featuring a black-coated blade with triple-ground 8 TPI teeth for efficient push and pull cutting. Its ergonomic aluminum handle and anti-rust coating make it a reliable choice for framing and construction. It is best suited for professional contractors and framers requiring daily job site durability.
The Fiskars POWER TOOTH Softgrip Folding Pruning Saw (7") is a compact, folding hand saw designed for pruning thick tree limbs and branches. It features a razor-sharp, triple-ground blade for aggressive, clean cuts and a specialized undercut feature. It is best suited for home gardeners and arborists who need a portable, reliable tool for proper overhand and undercut pruning.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
7 inches | 15 inchesbest | |
— | 8 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.5 lbsbest | 1.35 lbs |
15.5 inches | 19.25 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Rubber | Aluminum/Plastic |
Handle Type | Folding | D-Handle |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.5 lbs | 1.35 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 15.5 inches | 19.25 inches |
Performance & Usage(4) | ||
Intended Use | Pruning | Wood/PVC |
Saw Type | Folding | Handsaw |
Cutting Action | Pull | Push/Pull |
Suitable Materials | Wood | Wood/PVC |
Blade Specifications(5) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 7 inches | 15 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | N/A TPI | 8 TPI |
Blade Material | High Carbon Steel | High-Carbon Steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | N/A mm | mm |
Blade Width (inches) | N/A inches | inches |
Build & Durability(1) | ||
Blade Coating | Chrome | Teflon |
General(1) | ||
Warranty | Lifetime | |
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Professional reviewers praise the saw's clean cutting performance, ease of pull strokes, and the specialized undercut feature, noting it excels for proper overhand and undercut cuts on thick branches.
Everyday consumers frequently praise the sharp blade for enabling effortless pull cuts and the comfortable non-slip grip. The compact folding design is highly valued for portability, and users report high reliability with clean results that do not bind.
Professional reviewers and trade experts consider the Jorgensen 15" Hand Saw a solid choice for general-purpose cutting, particularly for framers and general contractors. They highlight the efficiency of the triple-ground tooth design and low-friction coating as key benefits.
Everyday users generally praise the saw for its smooth cutting action and comfort during extended use, specifically noting the effectiveness of the slip-resistant grip in reducing hand fatigue.
“The button mechanism is really easy, grip comfortable, and overall performance pretty good for tree/shrub pruning.”
“Easy start and clean cuts with moderate speed on pull stroke.”
