Suizan Ryoba
Score: 92/100
Rexbeti Folding Saw
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Suizan Ryoba is a professional-grade Japanese pull saw featuring a 9.5-inch double-edge blade with 9 TPI for rip cuts and 15 TPI for cross cuts. It utilizes razor-sharp Japanese steel with a thin kerf to deliver clean, precise cuts with minimal effort, available in folding and fixed handle variants.
The Rexbeti Folding Saw is a heavy-duty, compact pruning tool featuring an 11-inch SK-5 steel blade with bidirectional cutting capability. Its aggressive teeth and ergonomic handle make it highly efficient for medium-sized branches. It is best suited for campers, bushcrafters, and landscapers handling branches up to 6-7 inches in diameter.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9.5 inches | 11 inchesbest | |
— | 7 TPIbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.44 lbsbest | 0.76 lbs |
23.62 inchesbest | 22 inches | |
0.5 mmbest | — | |
2.5 inchesbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Material | Cane-wrapped or Polypropylene | Rubber-coated Polymer |
Handle Type | Interchangeable | Ergonomic |
Dimensions & Weight(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 0.44 lbs | 0.76 lbs |
Overall Length (inches) | 23.62 inches | 22 inches |
Performance & Usage(4) | ||
Intended Use | Woodworking | Pruning, Camping, Bushcraft |
Saw Type | Japanese Pull Saw | Folding Saw |
Cutting Action | Pull | Bidirectional |
Suitable Materials | Wood | Wood, Bone, Plastic |
Blade Specifications(5) | ||
Blade Length (inches) | 9.5 inches | 11 inches |
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) (TPI) | 9/15 TPI | 7 TPI |
Blade Material | Japanese Steel | SK-5 Steel |
Blade Thickness (mm) | 0.5 mm | mm |
Blade Width (inches) | 2.5 inches | inches |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Blade Coating | null | |
Replaceable Blade | true | false |
General(1) | ||
Warranty | null | Lifetime |
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Professional reviewers, including Jonathan Katz-Moses, praise the Suizan Ryoba as a personal favorite for all-around hand sawing due to its weight balance, sharp edge, and thin kerf. Experts highlight the efficiency of the pull-stroke design and the durability of the Japanese steel, though they note that users must adapt to the non-cutting forward motion.
Everyday consumers commonly praise the saw for its immediate sharpness, smooth cutting performance, and lightweight efficiency compared to Western saws. Users appreciate the versatility of the dual-edge blade and the value for Japanese quality. Recurring complaints focus on the difficulty of cleaning cane handles, the initial learning curve for the pull stroke, and occasional cosmetic cracks in the hand-wrapped handles.
Professional reviewers praise the Rexbeti Folding Saw for its exceptional value and efficiency on medium-sized branches, noting it cuts a 4.5-inch log in just over a minute with minimal effort.
Consumers generally praise the saw for its fast cutting speed and comfortable handle, though some note the blade's tendency to flex on thicker wood.
“My personal favorite for all around hand sawing”
“Razor-sharp cuts immediately; smooth, clean edges on various woods”
“melt through wood”
