Silky Gomboy
Score: 90/100
Suizan Dozuki 6-inch
Score: 92/100Rankings
The Suizan Dozuki Dovetail Saw is a professional-grade Japanese pull saw designed for precise joinery tasks like dovetails and tenons. It features an ultra-thin blade that leaves a clean finish unmatchable by Western saws, though it requires a learning curve for new users. It is best suited for intermediate to professional woodworkers who prioritize precision and clean edges.
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.
| Attribute | Silky Gomboy | |
|---|---|---|
9.45 inchesbest | 6 inches | |
6.8 TPI | 25 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.57 lbs | 0.35 lbsbest |
17.5 inchesbest | 15.16 inches | |
— | 0.3 mmbest | |
— | 0.83 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | Silky Gomboy | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(1) | ||
Handle Material | Rubber-clad Steel | Rattan |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.57 lbs | 0.35 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 17.5 inches | 15.16 inches |
Performance & Usage(3) | ||
Intended Use | Pruning, Bushcraft | Joinery |
Saw Type | Folding | Dozuki |
Suitable Materials | Wood, Bone | Wood |
Blade Specifications(4) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 9.45 inches | 6 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 6.8 TPI | 25 TPI |
Blade Thickness (mm) | mm | 0.3 mm |
Blade Width (inches) | inches | 0.83 inches |
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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.
Professional reviewers praise the Suizan Dozuki for its precision in joinery, noting its ability to leave a thin 0.5mm kerf and a clean finish unmatchable by Western saws.
Everyday users commonly praise the saw's razor-sharp performance and ability to produce clean cuts on hardwoods, noting that it cuts smoothly and aggressively once they adapt to the pull motion.
“cuts like butter”
“eats through wood at an almost shocking rate”
“incredibly sharp”
