Spear & Jackson Razorsharp 12-inch
Score: 78/100
Fiskars PowerTooth 10-inch
Score: 88/100Rankings
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 Spear & Jackson SJ-4948PS is a large folding pruning saw designed for stationary garden work on shrubs and light trees. It features a durable SK5 carbon steel blade with chrome plating for rust resistance, offering high cutting performance. However, its large size impacts portability, and the lack of a replacement blade is a significant drawback for long-term use.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12 inchesbest | 10 inches | |
7 TPIbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.71 lbs | 0.066 lbsbest |
23.6 inchesbest | 14.75 inches | |
3.15 inchesbest | 1.25 inches |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Plastic/Rubber | Composite |
Handle Type | Comfort Grip | Folding |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.71 lbs | 0.066 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 23.6 inches | 14.75 inches |
Performance & Usage(3) | ||
Saw Type | Folding Saw | Folding |
Cutting Action | Unidirectional | Pull |
Suitable Materials | Wood | Wood, PVC |
Blade Specifications(5) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 12 inches | 10 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 7 TPI | N/A TPI |
Blade Material | SK5 Carbon Steel | High Carbon Steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | mm | N/A mm |
Blade Width (inches) | 3.15 inches | 1.25 inches |
General(1) | ||
Warranty | Lifetime | |
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Professional reviewers from Gardeners' World Magazine rated the saw 4.3 out of 5 stars, highlighting its sturdiness, smooth cutting action, and strong safety features. However, they noted that the large size makes it unwieldy to carry and pointed out the lack of a replacement blade as a significant drawback for long-term use.
Detailed consumer feedback is not available in the source data. However, professional insights suggest that while the saw provides excellent cutting power, its large size is a notable inconvenience for users who value portability.
“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”
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.
