Silky PocketBoy
Score: 88/100
Outdoor Edge Flip N' Zip
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Silky PocketBoy 170mm is a compact, high-performance folding saw designed for outdoor professionals, featuring Japanese craftsmanship and proprietary Mirai-Me Technology. Its lightweight profile and bidirectional cutting make it ideal for portable fieldwork, though it is limited to smaller diameter wood. It is best suited for arborists and hikers requiring a space-saving, high-precision tool.
The Outdoor Edge Flip N' Zip is a compact, lightweight folding saw designed for hunters and outdoorsmen, featuring a 4.4-inch 65Mn spring-steel blade with triple-ground teeth for aggressive cutting of bone, wood, and hide. Its ultra-lightweight design and secure lock-back mechanism make it highly portable for field use. It is best suited for hunters needing a portable saw for field dressing game or trimming small limbs.
| Attribute | | |
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6.69 inchesbest | 4.4 inches | |
3.39 inchesbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.66 lbs | 0.15 lbsbest |
| ↓ lower better | 8.27 inchesbest | — |
6.8best | — | |
14.96 inchesbest | 9.4 inches | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.055 inchesbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Portability & Storage(2) | ||
Folded Length (inches) | 8.27 inches | null inches |
Overall Length (inches) | 14.96 inches | 9.4 inches |
Ergonomics & Handling(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.66 lbs | 0.15 lbs |
Handle Material | Rubber | Aluminum |
Safety & Mechanisms(2) | ||
Blade Lock Type | Flip Lock | Lock-back |
Blade Thickness (inches) | 0.055 inches | null inches |
General & Accessories(2) | ||
Warranty | Limited Lifetime | Lifetime |
Included Accessories | Carrying Case | Nylon Sheath |
Blade & Cutting Performance(6) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 6.69 inches | 4.4 inches |
Cutting Capacity (inches) | 3.39 inches | null inches |
Blade Material | SK4 Steel | 65Mn Spring Steel |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) | 6.8 | null |
Blade Coating | Hard Chrome | Chrome |
Tooth Design | Non-Set | Triple-Ground |
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Professional reviewers and editors consistently characterize the Silky PocketBoy 170mm as proven, reliable equipment ideal for professional applications rather than casual use.
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