
Fiskars PowerTooth 10-inch
Score: 88/100Silky Gomboy
Score: 90/100Rankings
The Silky Gomboy Curve is a durable, versatile folding pruning saw featuring a curved 240 mm blade optimized for aggressive cutting of branches, dry timber, and bone. Its replaceable blade system and secure locking mechanism make it a favorite among professionals, though it is heavier than ultralight options. It is best suited for arborists and bushcrafters needing heavy-duty performance.

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.
| Attribute | ![]() | Silky Gomboy |
|---|---|---|
10 inchesbest | 9.45 inches | |
— | 6.8 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.066 lbsbest | 0.57 lbs |
14.75 inches | 17.5 inchesbest | |
1.25 inchesbest | — |
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| Attribute | ![]() | Silky Gomboy |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Composite | Rubber-clad Steel |
Handle Type | Folding | Fixed |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.066 lbs | 0.57 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 14.75 inches | 17.5 inches |
Performance & Usage(2) | ||
Intended Use | Pruning | Pruning, Bushcraft |
Suitable Materials | Wood, PVC | Wood, Bone |
Blade Specifications(5) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 10 inches | 9.45 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | N/A TPI | 6.8 TPI |
Blade Material | High Carbon Steel | Japanese Steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | N/A mm | mm |
Blade Width (inches) | 1.25 inches | inches |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Blade Coating | Chrome | Chrome/Black Plated |
Replaceable Blade | false | true |
General(1) | ||
Warranty | Lifetime | Limited Lifetime |

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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.
Professional reviewers and editors praise the Silky Gomboy Curve as a 'reworked classic' that excels in cutting speed and durability, highlighting its special taper-ground design and impulse-hardened teeth.
Everyday consumers commonly praise the saw for its razor-sharp cutting speed, often describing it as cutting 'like butter' and being capable of one-handed operation. Recurring complaints focus on the saw's weight and rougher kerfs on smaller limbs.
“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”


Choose Fiskars for aggressive green wood cutting and undercut versatility; choose Silky for smooth hardwood cutting and replaceable blades.