Silky Bigboy
Score: 85/100
Silky Pocketboy Outback
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Silky Professional BIGBOY Folding Saw 360mm is a heavy-duty, oversized folding handsaw designed for professional arborists tackling large limbs and construction tasks. Its extended reach and rapid cutting speeds are unmatched, though the coarse teeth and large size limit its use for fine work. It is best suited for professionals needing to cut 4-10 inch diameter limbs efficiently.
The Silky Professional Pocketboy Folding Saw 170mm is a compact, Japanese-made folding saw optimized for hunters, backpackers, and bushcrafters. Its stealthy design and efficient cutting capabilities make it ideal for game processing and shelter-building, though it is not suited for heavy timber cutting. It is best suited for users needing a portable, high-performance tool for low-impact outdoor tasks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
14.2 inchesbest | 6.7 inches | |
6 TPI | 8.5 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.12 lbs | 0.55 lbsbest |
30.12 inchesbest | 14.57 inches | |
0.79 mm | 1.2 mmbest | |
2.76 inchesbest | 2.6 inches |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(1) | ||
Handle Material | Aluminum/Rubber | Arbor Composite |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 1.12 lbs | 0.55 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 30.12 inches | 14.57 inches |
Performance & Usage(2) | ||
Intended Use | Pruning, Construction | Bushcraft, Hunting |
Suitable Materials | Wood | Wood, Bone |
Blade Specifications(4) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 14.2 inches | 6.7 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 6 TPI | 8.5 TPI |
Blade Thickness (mm) | 0.79 mm | 1.2 mm |
Blade Width (inches) | 2.76 inches | 2.6 inches |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Blade Coating | Hard Chrome | Black Nickel/Tin |
Replaceable Blade | false | true |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional arborist sites and tool editors praise the Silky BIGBOY 360mm as a must-have tool for professionals due to its game-changing reach and speed on limbs up to 10 inches, outperforming standard folders by 2-3x in stroke length.
Everyday users commonly praise the saw for cutting through live oak branches like butter and being lightweight enough for all-day backyard tree work. Recurring complaints include the large size making it unfit for small jobs or hiking pockets.
Professional reviewers and editors describe the Silky Pocketboy as robust and wickedly efficient, particularly praising its ability to cut through greenwood, deadwood, and bone with ease. The thicker Outback blade, non-reflective coating, and tactical aesthetic are highlighted as key strengths.
Everyday users frequently praise the saw's light weight, rapid cutting speed, and secure locking mechanism. A common refrain among users is that it 'cuts like butter' and retains its sharpness longer than competing products.
“Cuts like butter through live oak branches-faster than my old bow saw”
“Perfect for backyard tree work, lightweight enough for all-day use”
“Lifetime sharp-replaced my Corona after one season”
