Fiskars PowerTooth 10-inch
Score: 88/100
Forester Platinum 13-inch
Score: 85/100Rankings
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 Forester Platinum SCHFP is a professional-grade 13-inch curved pruning saw designed for efficient tree pruning and arborist work. It features a high-performance blade made in Korea using taper grinding technology, a molded rubber handle, and a durable black scabbard. The saw is positioned as a cost-effective alternative to the Silky Zubat, offering similar performance characteristics at a lower price point.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10 inches | 13 inchesbest | |
— | 6.5 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.066 lbsbest | 1 lbs |
14.75 inches | 19 inchesbest | |
1.25 inches | 4 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Composite | Molded Rubber |
Handle Type | Folding | Detachable/Interchangeable |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.066 lbs | 1.0 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 14.75 inches | 19.0 inches |
Performance & Usage(4) | ||
Intended Use | Pruning | Tree Pruning |
Saw Type | Folding | Curved Pruning Saw |
Cutting Action | Pull | Push/Pull (Standard) |
Suitable Materials | Wood, PVC | Wood (Branches) |
Blade Specifications(5) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 10 inches | 13 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | N/A TPI | 6.5 TPI |
Blade Material | High Carbon Steel | SK-4 High Carbon Steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | N/A mm | Taper Ground mm |
Blade Width (inches) | 1.25 inches | 4.0 inches |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Blade Coating | Chrome | Hard Chrome Plated |
Replaceable Blade | false | true |
General(1) | ||
Warranty | Lifetime | null |
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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.
“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”
“won't open up accidentally”
“have to push it in to release”
Manufacturer and retailer descriptions praise the Forester Platinum SCHFP for its exceptional cutting performance and powerful, reliable build. It is highlighted as a value-driven alternative to the Silky Zubat, emphasizing its advanced Korean manufacturing and similar performance characteristics at a lower cost.
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