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Sugoi 360 Arborist Hand Saw
Silky
A fixed-blade curved saw built for arborists that happens to be superb at camp. The aggressive curve pulls itself into the cut, and there is no hinge to loosen or fail.
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#10 on this list
Pocket Saw Premium
Nordic Pocket Saw
A chain saw in the literal sense — a bi-directional chain with leather handles that packs to the size of a fist. Not fast, but nothing else this capable weighs five ounces.
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| Spec | Sugoi 360 Arborist Hand Saw | Pocket Saw Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Blade Length | 360 mm (14.2 inches) | — |
| Blade Type | Curved, Fixed | — |
| Steel | High-carbon steel | — |
| Teeth | Aggressive, Impulse-hardened | — |
| Intended Use | Arborist, Heavy-duty wood processing | — |
| Sheath | Custom scabbard included | — |
| Manufacturer | — | Nordic Pocket Saw |
| Weight | — | 5.3 oz (150 g) |
| Saw Length | — | 25.6 in (65 cm) |
| Material | — | Heat-treated carbon steel, leather handles |
| Included | — | Nylon storage pouch |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Sugoi 360 Arborist Hand Saw
- Unrivaled cutting speed and efficiency for its size
- Extremely durable high-carbon steel fixed blade
- Aggressive teeth hold sharpness remarkably well
- Comfortable, secure rubberized handle reduces fatigue
- Excellent for processing larger diameter wood
- Not lightweight or compact; requires dedicated packing space
- Fixed blade makes it less portable than folding saws
- Premium price point
Pocket Saw Premium
- Extremely lightweight and compact
- Handles surprisingly large diameter wood for its size
- Durable carbon steel chain and comfortable leather handles
- Bidirectional cutting speeds up work
- Ideal for ultralight backpacking and emergency kits
- Requires significant physical effort to operate
- Not as fast or precise as a folding saw
- Sharpening requires specific tools and technique
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