Fiskars Folding Saw
Score: 85/100
Suizan Pruning Saw
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Suizan 10.6" Gullet Blade Pruning Saw is a professional-grade, fixed-blade Japanese pull saw designed for efficient pruning of tree branches. Its lightweight construction and rust-resistant steel blade make it a favorite for extended use, though the fixed design limits portability. It is best suited for professional arborists and gardeners who prioritize cutting efficiency and comfort over compact storage.
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 | 10.6 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.5 lbs | 0.39 lbsbest |
15.5 inches | 18.11 inchesbest | |
— | 0.7 mmbest | |
— | 3.35 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Rubber | Elastomer |
Handle Type | Folding | Curved |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.5 lbs | 0.39 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 15.5 inches | 18.11 inches |
Performance & Usage(1) | ||
Saw Type | Folding | Pruning Saw |
Blade Specifications(4) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 7 inches | 10.6 inches |
Blade Material | High Carbon Steel | Japanese Steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | N/A mm | 0.7 mm |
Blade Width (inches) | N/A inches | 3.35 inches |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Blade Coating | Chrome | Rust-resistant |
Replaceable Blade | false | true |
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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 praise the Suizan saw as a 'gardening essential' that makes light work of pruning large tree branches, highlighting the rust-resistant Japanese steel blade and traditional backward-facing teeth.
Everyday users report extreme lightness and sharp serrated edges, noting the ease of the pull-stroke technique and comfortable grip, with no recurring complaints.
“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.”
“hit and pull”
