Reviews for Silky Bigboy 2000 360-6.5 coarse, orange

Tuesday 22 December 2020

I bought this after I tried a small one from the same company. They are reliable and sturdy. Take into account that the saw cuts only on pulling. Do not try to cut otherwise because you might brake the blade. It was created to work like that, not an issue.

Tuesday 14 July 2020

Tuesday 23 June 2020

Tuesday 24 March 2020

The best hand saw I have ever use!!and I have bought one for my friend !!if you consider to buy hand saw buy it Silky!!you want be disappointed!!

Wednesday 12 February 2020

Tuesday 28 January 2020

Tuesday 24 September 2019

This is the most amazing saw. It is mega -sharp, easy to use and produces a very fine cut with a smooth finish. Easily cuts through 40cm logs. So good that I intend to buy the 650mm saw and forget about buying a chainsaw.

Thursday 25 April 2019

Thursday 10 January 2019

Wednesday 20 June 2018

Monday 5 March 2018

This Silky saw is exactly as good as I expected. You have to understand how to operate a 'pull saw' of course, and then it is a compact, lightweight tool which I have used to cut through 5" (12cm) green ash without extreme effort. The curved blade does seem to make the teeth dig in without any downward force being required. Small branches (3/4" 2cm) are cut with one stroke. The teeth in the centre of the curve are exposed when folded, so if you put this in a rucksack with clothing say, this could get snagged on those few visible teeth - I made a nylon stuffsack for the saw, and that problem has gone away. (this Silky does not come with any kind of holster/sheath, unlike some other models) If you are used to a Bahco Laplander, this Silky is just more capable if you are prepared to carry the extra size and weight. The saw looks extremely well made to me - with a very solid latching action, and a taper-ground blade (teeth thicker than spine) rather than flat ground with set over teeth as the Bahco has. Not sure which is better, but it's just a nice way to make it - Swiss Army Knife saws are ground like this. The Silky blade is much stiffer than a Bahco blade, if that means anything to you. This is a good thing. It is fairly expensive compared with an equivalent bow saw, but I expect this tool to last a loooong time - sharpening the teeth would be difficult, so a replacement blade would have to be bought, roughly half the cost of the saw. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Tuesday 23 January 2018

Usual Silky quality, the folding and locking action are smooth and precise. The teeth on this particular model are very coarse and not really suited to thinner branches, but it powers through the thick branches with ease. It should probably be offered with some sort of sheath or pouch as standard, as the teeth are not fully covered when folded, but this is more of a storage issue than a safety one. Overall, a very good saw.

Wednesday 20 December 2017

Thursday 26 October 2017

There are cheaper Silkys than this one. I bought this particular model because the blade has a second locked position. This makes it possible to cut very close to the ground. As with the majority of Japanese saws it cuts on the pull stroke. Initially, it felt strange. However, you soon get used to it. It is important that you do, as attempting to cut on the push stroke could result in the blade snapping. Luckily, the saw cuts very smoothly, with very little effort. A little pricey, but a really good saw if used properly.

Monday 23 October 2017

Saturday 1 July 2017

Tuesday 18 April 2017

As someone who hates chainsaws this is brilliant..l have bought 2.I use one in Italy.It has caused quite a stir amongst my chainsaw loving neighbours. If you go steady you will get loads done and get fitter at the same time. It is very light and easy to master.Just wish it had a different name!Silky Bigboy!

Friday 18 March 2016