Another win for the Silky is that the replacement blades are easily found and available in different tooth patterns. That was a main reason I chose the Silky, because you can't find replacements for the Bahco anywhere. I have the medium teeth version and it will go through any hard or soft wood found in the NE woods no problem. The spine also works great for striking a ferro rod. Great video as usual!! Thanks.
Thanks for another great review. The Silky goes on my Amazon "Wish List" as soon as I'm finished writing this. The old adage seems to be true...You get what you pay for.
Yes that dose work also. Silky's main line of consumer are arborist like me. I am glad they are being found out by others now. I could tell you were from close to me. Can't mistake a Georgia man speaking. Lol. Love your vids my man!
I guess if the silky is new, no one has tested it long term... Seems like a good saw, maybe last a long time? Good review, looks like an excellent saw..
Central Oregon Survival Network Just new to me, they've been around a long time and lot of people think they are the best in the world. That's why I wanted to try one.
Nice, I still use the pruning saw by carona form the hardware store for 12.99... Three years and running, I guess when it breaks I will maybe try one of these high end saws... Thanks for the response...
nice video Brian !!!! Silky all the way for me !!! i use a piece of inner tubing cutdown to secure and hold alot of stuff - maybe thats a option of securing the silky
I have the Bahco Laplander for over a year, I even used it for a 10 inch tree. It´s an excellent saw for the size, I recommend the Laplander to every outdoorsman.
The Silky is worth the money. I do pack mine in the case inside my pack. I treat this saw with a little more respect than a pruner. When the case gets worn out I will patch it with duct tape. I also own a Japanese cross cut saw. Very different, very sharp.
I just ordered the Laplander before watching this. Here it is (as I understand it), simplified: The Silkys are definitely the more effective tool. More efficient and require less effort. Well made out of steel, which also means better impact resistance. The Bahcos are half the cost, for me here at least, lighter weight and slimmer profile, sturdier and more durable blade, performance is less efficient but still very respectable, and construction is similarly durable, other than impact resistance. Can get the saw and a decent sheath for less than the Silky. There are a lot of useful comparisons, but each saw has its own benefits. I'd get the Silky for a day job. I'd get the Bahco for hikes and bushcraft. This isn't from experience though, just from what I have learnt from multiple useful vids and reviews from great channels like Survival On Purpose. Edit: Gomboy is thicker blade than the Pocketboy model from Silky (blade sturdiness much more similar between Gomboy and Laplander)
from what I hear the only thing better than silky saw would be a bigger silky saw lol they can all so be sharped and that is a major plus in my book good video
yeah I have used silky saws before but not the folders just the pruning saws dave canaderry said that he has seen a few of them broke at his camp I have never broke one and have not ever seen one broke or I could not find a video about one breaking
The Bahco is a good saw, I know, I owned one, but my Gomboy is amazing and hands down the better saw! If you don't have the money for the Gomboy, and can't weight get the Bahco. If you don't have to have it right now, save up for the Silky (any Silky I own three), you won't regret it.
How's the balance on it? Oh. Nevermind. I lived in Japan 5 yrs. I think it says stuff like super sharp. Locking blade. ... steel construction. .. however I happen to know somebody that can read it. If you care to know for sure.
Jake Riethmeier I already threw all the stickers away. i was going to use them for a fire but there were so many I was afraid it might get out of hand ;-)
Hey everyone I have made a survival list (it is not complete but what I have so far is below) that I want you guys to view over and tell me if there is anything that you suggest as a replacement for a general item or anything like that. MA-3 broad heads Unless new bow can be obtained current one will be used 3 dozen ceader shafts pre fletched 25ft 550 fire cord 50ft 550 para cord 12x12 tarp Schrade Schf39 guide master Schrade scaxe2o Silky gomboy Cold steel zombie apocalypse fantasy sword (only one) Enough tea for 3 weeks Enough compact food for 3 weeks 40 degree rated sleeping bag Standard first aid kit Standard fishing kit 3 bic lighters 3 packs of 300 strike any where waterproof matches Ferro rod and striker 10 D-clips 3 loop lines (10 loops each) Thrunite flash light (no specific model) Cobra 80lb crossbow pistol 50 standard bolts 50 modified hunting bolts Filter bottle Portable water filter 16 quick tinders
1. Hope people who have never tried a Silky and have have no experience(hearing it from Dave doesn't give you experience), will refrain from talking about how they will stick with their Laplanders as on every other saw comparison video. 2. The difference in dollars here is minimal when considering performance difference. Where else in tools does 15 dollars buy so much more quality and engineering? Look at any other piece of equipment you have, knife is a great example, how much do you have to spend to perform better than a 12 dollar Mora? 3. If you do manage to break one, it is because you cannot follow 1 simple rule, CUT ON PULL, and you should never have something sharp in your hand to begin with. What are the highest rates saws of arborists across the planet? They are not Laplanders, almost all are Japanese pull saw brands.
Matt U I agree that hearing from anyone (especially me) is not the same as personal experience. I think it's a good idea to pay attention to what people with experience have to say, I just don't think it's cool to be aggressively critical of those who have a differing opinion. Personally, I think the Bahco is an excellent saw, as is the Silky I tested. Is one better than the other? That's probably as much a personal preference issue as anything. I'd feel comfortable with either in a survival situation.
Hi, I ask on another video ( with the 5 saw showdown ), do you know how they do in winter, the plastic parts, thank you, very cold here, dont want to buy one and break it after 1 day
Most of the so call serious comparison tests between the Silky and the Bhaco are biased so I'm going to put the things in perspective for everyone to read and you'll decide. First, Silky is the "hype of the day" so it has an "aura" that may blind some. So what's the reality, down to earth here? First you have to know that the Silky was designed primarily for the arborists and not the "Bushcrafters" ( or anyone having a hobby in the woods). What's the point you may ask. Well it's simple. The Silky is a "pull saw" so the cutting is only done when you pull the saw to you. It was done so because arborists cuts branches above their heads most of the time and there's a physiology factor here. The way human body works makes it that our arms have way less power when working above the shoulders. Try this for an example. Take an heavy object and try to elevate it above your shoulders. Difficult right? Now take the same object and attach it to a rope then throw the rope over a branch. Now pull the rope to raise the object. A lot easier right? That's why a pull saw is better when cutting a branch above the head because you have way less strength when pushing. Second, now think about it. In what position do you cut your wood the most? Above shoulders or lower? The reality is that we cut our wood lower than the shoulder 90% of the time. A PUSH saw is therefore much better because you can apply your own body weight when cutting. It makes a huge difference on the long run. Third, 99% of the so called serious tests on UA-cam are done by sawing only one piece of wood. So they don't get tired after a few. And tell me. When in the outdoors, are you cutting only once or several times? Is it better to use your body weight to cut or better to have to pull toward you losing 75% of the natural kinetic power? Asking the question is answering it..... So if you cut only one piece of wood or cutting above shoulders 90% of the time, then the Silky is your choice. But if you're like 99% of the woodsmen, bushcrafters, survivalists, hikers, etc and cutting lots of wood for your fire and doing so below your shoulder height, then Bahco is your best friend. That's human physiology and common sense 101 guys.
I almost forgot... There's also a design problem with the Silky. The lock button is OK when you cut from above your head. But it's a different story when cutting in a normal position. It regularly happens that you will hit the lock button and the saw will fold in the secondary position. A real pain in the a**. Some may say to hold the saw further away from the button but it makes you lose even more kinetic power when doing so.
I got a Corona saw for like a dollar, from what I saw it's cheaper has bigger teeth and processes wood faster. Not that it really matters that much, I'd say just get what you can find cheapest at a yard sale.
Lap the bacho , don't think so. One second difference . I own both they are equal cutters. Weight and cost as part of comparison bacho. Non locking blade in the closed position if not cased you better take care reaching into your pack. I've bent blades on both , hammered the bacho straight no problem tried the same on the silky and the blade brook Both descent ecomy cutters just saying personal experience silky does't lap the bacho. .
I bet you catch flack over accidentally calling it a knife. Lol. So does it does a bang up job as a Skinner? I figured you needed more encouragement. I have watched a quite a bit of your videos. Glad there are believers of God out there making quality videos as well... I generally watch your videos amongst others (like preparedmind101 & others) for opinions before going out and buying knives
Another win for the Silky is that the replacement blades are easily found and available in different tooth patterns. That was a main reason I chose the Silky, because you can't find replacements for the Bahco anywhere. I have the medium teeth version and it will go through any hard or soft wood found in the NE woods no problem. The spine also works great for striking a ferro rod. Great video as usual!! Thanks.
joking78 Thanks. You can find the Bahco blades but they are about as much as a complete saw.
Thanks for another great review. The Silky goes on my Amazon "Wish List" as soon as I'm finished writing this. The old adage seems to be true...You get what you pay for.
Most of the time John. And the Silky is a good one, but so is the Bahco.
Nice honest reveiw Bryan... The silky would have even been a little faster without the hang up... there both great saws!!!
houseoffire72 Hey Shawn. Yeah, they're both good saws with well deserved reputations.
The second position is for under cutting limbs. silky saws are the best in my opinion. Great vid as usual.
dandandatreeman Thanks. I use that position for cutting close to the ground too.
dandandatreeman Acworth huh? I'm in Douglasville. Small world.
Yes that dose work also. Silky's main line of consumer are arborist like me. I am glad they are being found out by others now. I could tell you were from close to me. Can't mistake a Georgia man speaking. Lol. Love your vids my man!
Just got a Gomboy 210 yesterday and plan on pitting it against my well used Bahco Laplander this weekend. Thanks for the video! :)
I think you'll like it.
I enjoy the Silky 240 Pro Large teeth 240 at camp.....but for hiking about the pocketboy.
I guess if the silky is new, no one has tested it long term... Seems like a good saw, maybe last a long time? Good review, looks like an excellent saw..
Central Oregon Survival Network Just new to me, they've been around a long time and lot of people think they are the best in the world. That's why I wanted to try one.
Nice, I still use the pruning saw by carona form the hardware store for 12.99... Three years and running, I guess when it breaks I will maybe try one of these high end saws... Thanks for the response...
Nice shootout Bryan, really wanna get a Silky now :-) Cheers, Marc
Scouting Free It's a good one. They have a lot of different models to choose from too. But, I still like my Bahco too.
nice video Brian !!!!
Silky all the way for me !!!
i use a piece of inner tubing cutdown to secure and hold alot of stuff - maybe thats a option of securing the silky
+ACs good idea
switched to silky from bahco after years of use and dont regret it. But both are good saws tho. Thxs for review
I agree. Both are excellent saws.
i think the silky would hold up better in freezing weather too since its body is metal not plastic...but i live in florida so im guessing
I have the Bahco Laplander for over a year, I even used it for a 10 inch tree.
It´s an excellent saw for the size, I recommend the Laplander to every outdoorsman.
It's a great saw
I have been watching many saw tests lately. Corona, Sawvivor, Fiskars, Gerber, Sven, generic pruners; there are many options out there. Thanks Bryan.
shcmoly Yes there are a lot of options. Maybe I'll do some more one day. Thanks for watching!
Nice job and saws.
***** Thanks!
Excellent and fair review. THANKS
I got this saw,,,, it's the best,,:)
The extra lock is for cutting upwards... i think..!
Ant Chung Whatever it's for, it is handy.
The Silky is worth the money. I do pack mine in the case inside my pack. I treat this saw with a little more respect than a pruner. When the case gets worn out I will patch it with duct tape. I also own a Japanese cross cut saw. Very different, very sharp.
+Edward Sanford I like mine.
I just ordered the Laplander before watching this. Here it is (as I understand it), simplified:
The Silkys are definitely the more effective tool. More efficient and require less effort. Well made out of steel, which also means better impact resistance.
The Bahcos are half the cost, for me here at least, lighter weight and slimmer profile, sturdier and more durable blade, performance is less efficient but still very respectable, and construction is similarly durable, other than impact resistance. Can get the saw and a decent sheath for less than the Silky.
There are a lot of useful comparisons, but each saw has its own benefits.
I'd get the Silky for a day job. I'd get the Bahco for hikes and bushcraft.
This isn't from experience though, just from what I have learnt from multiple useful vids and reviews from great channels like Survival On Purpose.
Edit: Gomboy is thicker blade than the Pocketboy model from Silky (blade sturdiness much more similar between Gomboy and Laplander)
Both are great saws
from what I hear the only thing better than silky saw would be a bigger silky saw lol
they can all so be sharped and that is a major plus in my book good video
I appreciate it. Not that the Bahco is a bad saw. Maybe like a Saab vs a Lexus.
yeah I have used silky saws before but not the folders just the pruning saws dave canaderry said that he has seen a few of them broke at his camp I have never broke one and have not ever seen one broke or I could not find a video about one breaking
Someone else told me they heard that from Dave. The lock broke on my Bahco too but it still a good saw and till cuts fine.
The Bahco is a good saw, I know, I owned one, but my Gomboy is amazing and hands down the better saw! If you don't have the money for the Gomboy, and can't weight get the Bahco. If you don't have to have it right now, save up for the Silky (any Silky I own three), you won't regret it.
John Ossendorf You can't go wrong with either one.
True, but your work will go faster and easier with the Silky.
Answers my questions, thanks for the video Sir
+Doug Bucher I am glad it helped
you said corona instead of silky lol Dave from ultimate survival tips did a review on the baco, corona and silky and the silky won lol good video
Allen White Did I really? i must have missed that on the edit. But, yeah, it's a good saw. really, all three you mentioned are.
yes sir! watch it, you say corona lol but knew, it happens lol
Bonjour So which one is the best ?
Nice comparison great saw for sure !
atb john
the mi woodsman Thanks John.
Good video
Eric Blades Thanks Eric.
I am a silky boy myself...wait, that came out wrong.
Seventh Seal I'll leave that one alone ;-)
When will Spyderco get into this game?!!!
How's the balance on it? Oh. Nevermind. I lived in Japan 5 yrs. I think it says stuff like super sharp. Locking blade. ... steel construction. .. however I happen to know somebody that can read it. If you care to know for sure.
Jake Riethmeier I already threw all the stickers away. i was going to use them for a fire but there were so many I was afraid it might get out of hand ;-)
Survival On Purpose it says easy cutting for 25 years.
By the way yonder is a translation by a genuine Japanese person.
Hey everyone I have made a survival list (it is not complete but what I have so far is below) that I want you guys to view over and tell me if there is anything that you suggest as a replacement
for a general item or anything like that.
MA-3 broad heads
Unless new bow can be obtained current one will be used
3 dozen ceader shafts pre fletched
25ft 550 fire cord
50ft 550 para cord
12x12 tarp
Schrade Schf39 guide master
Schrade scaxe2o
Silky gomboy
Cold steel zombie apocalypse fantasy sword (only one)
Enough tea for 3 weeks
Enough compact food for 3 weeks
40 degree rated sleeping bag
Standard first aid kit
Standard fishing kit
3 bic lighters
3 packs of 300 strike any where waterproof matches
Ferro rod and striker
10 D-clips
3 loop lines (10 loops each)
Thrunite flash light (no specific model)
Cobra 80lb crossbow pistol
50 standard bolts
50 modified hunting bolts
Filter bottle
Portable water filter
16 quick tinders
I am hoping you are joking... Lol
Good one... Lol
1. Hope people who have never tried a Silky and have have no experience(hearing it from Dave doesn't give you experience), will refrain from talking about how they will stick with their Laplanders as on every other saw comparison video.
2. The difference in dollars here is minimal when considering performance difference. Where else in tools does 15 dollars buy so much more quality and engineering? Look at any other piece of equipment you have, knife is a great example, how much do you have to spend to perform better than a 12 dollar Mora?
3. If you do manage to break one, it is because you cannot follow 1 simple rule, CUT ON PULL, and you should never have something sharp in your hand to begin with.
What are the highest rates saws of arborists across the planet? They are not Laplanders, almost all are Japanese pull saw brands.
Matt U I agree that hearing from anyone (especially me) is not the same as personal experience. I think it's a good idea to pay attention to what people with experience have to say, I just don't think it's cool to be aggressively critical of those who have a differing opinion. Personally, I think the Bahco is an excellent saw, as is the Silky I tested. Is one better than the other? That's probably as much a personal preference issue as anything. I'd feel comfortable with either in a survival situation.
Matt U silky is camping saw, laplander is longterm bushcraft saw
Good review. After over a year since they were tested, how does the tooth retention/sawing speed compare?
+PhilWithCoffee Honestly, both are still excellent.
@@SurvivalOnPurpose After atleast 6 years how are they comparing
Hi, I ask on another video ( with the 5 saw showdown ), do you know how they do in winter, the plastic parts, thank you, very cold here, dont want to buy one and break it after 1 day
I answered on the other video
OK, thank you, I will tyry both, give you some news, could be helpfull :)
But is it balanced ???
;-)
Rust?
+Maui Randall nope
nice
Most of the so call serious comparison tests between the Silky and the Bhaco are biased so I'm going to put the things in perspective for everyone to read and you'll decide. First, Silky is the "hype of the day" so it has an "aura" that may blind some. So what's the reality, down to earth here?
First you have to know that the Silky was designed primarily for the arborists and not the "Bushcrafters" ( or anyone having a hobby in the woods). What's the point you may ask. Well it's simple. The Silky is a "pull saw" so the cutting is only done when you pull the saw to you. It was done so because arborists cuts branches above their heads most of the time and there's a physiology factor here. The way human body works makes it that our arms have way less power when working above the shoulders. Try this for an example. Take an heavy object and try to elevate it above your shoulders. Difficult right? Now take the same object and attach it to a rope then throw the rope over a branch. Now pull the rope to raise the object. A lot easier right? That's why a pull saw is better when cutting a branch above the head because you have way less strength when pushing.
Second, now think about it. In what position do you cut your wood the most? Above shoulders or lower? The reality is that we cut our wood lower than the shoulder 90% of the time. A PUSH saw is therefore much better because you can apply your own body weight when cutting. It makes a huge difference on the long run.
Third, 99% of the so called serious tests on UA-cam are done by sawing only one piece of wood. So they don't get tired after a few. And tell me. When in the outdoors, are you cutting only once or several times? Is it better to use your body weight to cut or better to have to pull toward you losing 75% of the natural kinetic power? Asking the question is answering it.....
So if you cut only one piece of wood or cutting above shoulders 90% of the time, then the Silky is your choice. But if you're like 99% of the woodsmen, bushcrafters, survivalists, hikers, etc and cutting lots of wood for your fire and doing so below your shoulder height, then Bahco is your best friend. That's human physiology and common sense 101 guys.
I almost forgot... There's also a design problem with the Silky. The lock button is OK when you cut from above your head. But it's a different story when cutting in a normal position. It regularly happens that you will hit the lock button and the saw will fold in the secondary position. A real pain in the a**. Some may say to hold the saw further away from the button but it makes you lose even more kinetic power when doing so.
I them both, have used them both camping and I like them both about equally
The cool thing would be a Laplander same quality of built as the Silky. That would be THE best of THE bests :)
I got a Corona saw for like a dollar, from what I saw it's cheaper has bigger teeth and processes wood faster. Not that it really matters that much, I'd say just get what you can find cheapest at a yard sale.
Lap the bacho , don't think so. One second difference . I own both they are equal cutters. Weight and cost as part of comparison bacho. Non locking blade in the closed position if not cased you better take care reaching into your pack.
I've bent blades on both , hammered the bacho straight no problem tried the same on the silky and the blade brook
Both descent ecomy cutters just saying personal experience silky does't lap the bacho. .
You are right, they are both good saws. I just couldn't resist saying the Laplander got lapped. It kind of rolls off your tongue.
Well now you've gone and cost me $30.
Michael Travis I feel your pain. You and a couple of others cost me a couple of bucks on the Tahoma Field Knife and I'm very grateful ;-)
Lol!! You know, the only thing this video was missing was a balance test...:)
I bet you catch flack over accidentally calling it a knife. Lol.
So does it does a bang up job as a Skinner? I figured you needed more encouragement. I have watched a quite a bit of your videos. Glad there are believers of God out there making quality videos as well...
I generally watch your videos amongst others (like preparedmind101 & others) for opinions before going out and buying knives
Thanks. I appreciate it.