I'm glad people are finally realizing how good Silky saws are, I've been using my SIlky big boy 2000 for years, they are incredible. Did a review on it a few months back, there are many different size options unlike the laplander, I prefer the longer blades as its a real power house.
Very nice review! Thank you very much for that! Silky saws are very popular amongst arborists and tree surgeons which is great. But at the same time we are working very hard to gain more and more Silky fans amongst bushcrafters, survivalists etc. This review really helps a lot! Please allways remember that Silky saws only work while cutting on the pull stroke. Keep up the good work Living Survival! Team Silky Europe
I recently heard of Silky saws... I bought a BigBoy and took it out on a backpacking trip and I love it. My buddy and I have bought many different saws, Sawvivor, buck saw, fiskar bow saw, etc None of those compare to a Silky... I will be purchasing a GomBoy now that I feel the difference from the others... Not too mention Silky saws are pull saws, with timed reviews against other saws that are push/pull, still close on strokes and time... Almost effortless... Thank You for taking the time for the review...
The silky is meant to cut on the pull not on the push. It would have cut easier and faster had you used it that way. The blade is tapered from the teeth to the backbone (thicker at the teeth) so that it doesnt bind as it gets deeper into the wood. I made a canvas sheath for mine with a pocket for spare or different blades.
Absolutely! It's also a good idea to cut horizontally, instead of down, as one would with a carpenters saw (or a Laplander). They are made for it: a Silky is not. Your comment about having to work "harder" - a Silky works better with slower, more deliberate pull strokes, and then an even slower, lifting return stroke. This is important to clear the kerf of sawdust. Cutting with the blade pointing downwards causes one to put too much downwards pressure on the return stroke. This jams the sawdust between the teeth, where it builds up and can lead to binding and the blade snapping. Sorry if this sounds like I'm preaching to the converted, but it's more aimed at the comments made in the video. Where I live on a large parkland (it's a School) we have a permanently employed arborist on site, and we chat a lot, and he explained this to me. He has a Silky he's used for many years and still going strong. However, he cuts green wood only as part of his job.
Just got mine off Amazon...same model...and used it today. Am used to Japanese pull saws for cabinet work, so using is no problem...definitely less work and faster cutting than the laplander...all due to superior tooth design.
I got this exact same gomboy last summer. Still haven't used it yet. Hopefully this summer. Looks like it saws through wood like butter. I feel a little more confident in my purchase seeing it in action.
Oh yes SIR! Silky is the bomb. I carry a Zubat 330 for work and I have a Gomboy and Pocketboy for recreational activities. Great product indeed. So far my Zubat has given me 3 kisses, twice above my right knee after a casual follow through and once for about 9 stitches in my hand after a careless cut. Didn't know they made left handed models ;-)
I use a Silky Super Accel 210 which I think is a fairer comparison to the Laplander given they are both in the same weight and length category. The 210 definitely cuts not only a bit faster but the cuts are also very clean. The clean cuts factor matters mostly to Arborists, Horticulturalists, Tree Surgeons etc and not necessarily to the average hiker, bushcrafter, gardener. The Bacho lock on the closed blade is very handy for pack stowing without added sheath weight. If I stow my Silky...Ranger Band stops it opening...no problems. Laplander and 210 = awesome saws both. Lap wins on price (bigtime) and blade lock. Silky wins on faster cutting (always pull cut only with both saws..that is how they are designed) and lovely clean cuts. You can see that in this vid. Lappy leaves indentations. Only matters if you want a tree limb to heal more efficiently and cleanly i.e Arborists, Tree Surgeons etc.
This wasn't really a comparison, more just an alternative. The Gomboy wouldn't open even without the lock so not worried there. Great information, thanks for the comment.
this review is the one i have been waiting for you to do ! it has helped me make up my mind i will be buying a Gomboy 240 for sure . great review Ben thanks for sharing ! atb john
Nice video, I totally agree with you about the quality of the silky. I have the pocketboy and it cuts through wood like warm butter. Great value for money saws. Excellent review. Atb jason
Just to to mention: This saw cuts on the backs stroke (i.e. as it is pulled back towards you). Takes a little getting used to, but it is an awesome saw!
Silky is nicer IMO and if you want one smaller like the laplander (190mm) you can get the gomboy 210 or the pocketboys come in 130 or 170. The 240 is supreme though!
Living Survival Thanks, was just looking at the silky online. I'm leaning that way. Not for sure what size yet. Thank for the fast response. Ronnie, Texas
Being a landscaper I just karate chop all the wood; it's cheaper than buying a saw and no rust! (done the rust test by sticking my hands in a bucket of salty water, then rubbing them in fresh herbs,egg,breadcrumbs & baking for 20 minutes on 250°C -no rust, how about that!Ha)
I have the 270 to test out, and see if I like it better than the Bahco Laplander, and the silky 270 w/large teeth won me over. I will get another one. And plus the replacement blades doesn't cost near the same as a new saw would.
Thank you Sir, Brilliant Demo, I am big time fan of Dave Pearson "the really big monkey" & I know he uses one. For the life of me I couldn't recall the name, I kept thinking he called it "Slick Willy". That's old age for ya! Thanks again my friend, I'll look out for you in the future.
Hey buddy. I'm going through my playlist commenting on old videos trying to see how the creator feels about these older showcased products. Would you still recommend them? Or have you found something better to replace them with? Kindly let me know so I can update my playlist with the latest and greatest review so when I finally save up enough money to buy everything I can still be current. Thank you!.
Hi Ben~ what is your opinion on the teeth size. Dr. Waco over at virtuo vice thinks that medium is better so I purchased me a gamboy 210 2 years go . It cuts well but I'm curious about the large teeth. Thanks.
No kidding. Just watch your HF type or warehouse tool outlets for sales. That should be the topic of another vid. "To wait for a deal or buy right away?"
I'm wondering how this would compare to a decent hatchet or a small axe. Hatchets can also be used to split timber and so when space it a premium in a camping vehicle, it's something to consider don't you think?
+Bill Blinky much less to carry than an axe or hatchet. for summer months I like to carry a saw and carry an axe in the winter when I need to process larger amounts of wood.
Nice vid. I'm looking for a saw for grafting mainly so a clean cut is an advantage. Have you compared the cut of medium vs fine teeth of Silky on greenwood?
Great info on the saw. If that was a medium blade, what is your opinion for large tooth (coarse) blade. Bigger teeth might dig better, but does that require more effort?
Living Survival I believe it is a Marples..Figures I cant find it now..had it many years so Im betting a good brand name will be as good or better..Mine is more of a yard/shop saw but im sure somebody makes a survival type...I love mine and when I show it off my friends got amazed as well
I would luv to see tge Silky Gumbo square off with tge Wicked Tough Saw made by Wicked Tree Gear, that would be awesome, that would clearly show a new champ in the Bacho Laplander size, IMO all three deserve that title, but my money is on the Wicked Tough Saw Lightweight that punches like a Heavyweight, also when building a shelter it can be carried in the open possition, finishing the job quickly you can even carry it in the opened possition, Silky makes some awesome saw's, I have tge yellow handle 2000, sick, but cutting in both direction seems like that would be the edge. There's always room for another saw in my stable, but I'm not too much in the rush with my Wicked Tough Saw, my Silky 2000 my Wooden Handle Fiskar with the Power Teeth, OH Yeah my Bob's Bow Saw, and last but not least my Corona for a delicate looking saw it's holding up, and I know it's going survive another summer season.
I'm glad people are finally realizing how good Silky saws are, I've been using my SIlky big boy 2000 for years, they are incredible. Did a review on it a few months back, there are many different size options unlike the laplander, I prefer the longer blades as its a real power house.
I recently heard of Silky saws... I bought a BigBoy and took it out on a backpacking trip and I love it. My buddy and I have bought many different saws, Sawvivor, buck saw, fiskar bow saw, etc None of those compare to a Silky... I will be purchasing a GomBoy now that I feel the difference from the others... Not too mention Silky saws are pull saws, with timed reviews against other saws that are push/pull, still close on strokes and time... Almost effortless... Thank You for taking the time for the review...
I'm glad people are finally realizing how good Silky saws are, I've been using my SIlky big boy 2000 for years, they are incredible. Did a review on it a few months back, there are many different size options unlike the laplander, I prefer the longer blades as its a real power house.
Like she said , longer is definitely better !
Silence product shill
Very nice review! Thank you very much for that! Silky saws are very popular amongst arborists and tree surgeons which is great. But at the same time we are working very hard to gain more and more Silky fans amongst bushcrafters, survivalists etc. This review really helps a lot! Please allways remember that Silky saws only work while cutting on the pull stroke. Keep up the good work Living Survival! Team Silky Europe
Amazed with this saw. Thanks!
I recently heard of Silky saws... I bought a BigBoy and took it out on a backpacking trip and I love it. My buddy and I have bought many different saws, Sawvivor, buck saw, fiskar bow saw, etc
None of those compare to a Silky... I will be purchasing a GomBoy now that I feel the difference from the others... Not too mention Silky saws are pull saws, with timed reviews against other saws that are push/pull, still close on strokes and time... Almost effortless... Thank You for taking the time for the review...
The silky is meant to cut on the pull not on the push. It would have cut easier and faster had you used it that way. The blade is tapered from the teeth to the backbone (thicker at the teeth) so that it doesnt bind as it gets deeper into the wood. I made a canvas sheath for mine with a pocket for spare or different blades.
ubb4me Thanks for the tip, I have since learned this :)
Absolutely! It's also a good idea to cut horizontally, instead of down, as one would with a carpenters saw (or a Laplander). They are made for it: a Silky is not.
Your comment about having to work "harder" - a Silky works better with slower, more deliberate pull strokes, and then an even slower, lifting return stroke. This is important to clear the kerf of sawdust. Cutting with the blade pointing downwards causes one to put too much downwards pressure on the return stroke. This jams the sawdust between the teeth, where it builds up and can lead to binding and the blade snapping.
Sorry if this sounds like I'm preaching to the converted, but it's more aimed at the comments made in the video.
Where I live on a large parkland (it's a School) we have a permanently employed arborist on site, and we chat a lot, and he explained this to me. He has a Silky he's used for many years and still going strong. However, he cuts green wood only as part of his job.
Just got mine off Amazon...same model...and used it today. Am used to Japanese pull saws for cabinet work, so using is no problem...definitely less work and faster cutting than the laplander...all due to superior tooth design.
I got this exact same gomboy last summer. Still haven't used it yet. Hopefully this summer. Looks like it saws through wood like butter. I feel a little more confident in my purchase seeing it in action.
Living Survival I had some doubts between this saw and the Corona 10" but this Silky is a beast! Thanks for great video.!
+Miguel Angel thanks for watching!
Silky makes awesome folding saws, they cut like hell! Thanks for the great review Ben, Cheers, Marc
Thanks Marc!
Oh yes SIR! Silky is the bomb. I carry a Zubat 330 for work and I have a Gomboy and Pocketboy for recreational activities. Great product indeed. So far my Zubat has given me 3 kisses, twice above my right knee after a casual follow through and once for about 9 stitches in my hand after a careless cut. Didn't know they made left handed models ;-)
Ouch! Yes I forgot to mention that but love that the lock is on top so its 100% ambi.
I use a Silky Super Accel 210 which I think is a fairer comparison to the Laplander given they are both in the same weight and length category. The 210 definitely cuts not only a bit faster but the cuts are also very clean. The clean cuts factor matters mostly to Arborists, Horticulturalists, Tree Surgeons etc and not necessarily to the average hiker, bushcrafter, gardener. The Bacho lock on the closed blade is very handy for pack stowing without added sheath weight. If I stow my Silky...Ranger Band stops it opening...no problems.
Laplander and 210 = awesome saws both. Lap wins on price (bigtime) and blade lock. Silky wins on faster cutting (always pull cut only with both saws..that is how they are designed) and lovely clean cuts. You can see that in this vid. Lappy leaves indentations. Only matters if you want a tree limb to heal more efficiently and cleanly i.e Arborists, Tree Surgeons etc.
This wasn't really a comparison, more just an alternative. The Gomboy wouldn't open even without the lock so not worried there. Great information, thanks for the comment.
The lap is currently $3 less than the Super 210. I just ordered the 210, can not wait. I am blown away by the performance of these saws already.
I LOVE the side by side comparison you did on sawing that tree! GREAT review brother! You got me wanting one now! Hahaha
Only took me like 3 hours to figure out how to do that, LMAO
Living Survival
LOL Shit it would have taken me DAYS!
this review is the one i have been waiting for you to do ! it has helped me make up my mind i will be buying a Gomboy 240 for sure . great review Ben thanks for sharing !
atb john
Yeah its fantastic.
Just got my Silky Gomboy 240 today (I went for the large toothing). Thanks for the video!
+Jeremy Madsen pretty good saws for sure.
Great Demo and channel ! Going to order my Gomboy now. Thanks for posting this.
hoosky76 You will not regret it! Thanks for watching and the comment, have a great weekend.
Woah, that saw went through those trees like butter.
PERFECT review! Thanks. I have the Bacho but wanted a little more saw without getting too big or heavy. Looking forward to trying this.
i have a new video on the silky f180 which is my favorite these days.
Nice video, I totally agree with you about the quality of the silky. I have the pocketboy and it cuts through wood like warm butter. Great value for money saws. Excellent review. Atb jason
Jay D For sure.
One of the best tools in my pack
Good review dude. That Gomboy is an awesome quality saw.
Just to to mention: This saw cuts on the backs stroke (i.e. as it is pulled back towards you). Takes a little getting used to, but it is an awesome saw!
love mine, far and away the best folding saw on the market.
john plewa Works better than most for sure.
Great video. I'm still on the fence about which on to buy. Need one soon, going out on a nine day solo camping trip this winter. Ronnie,Texas.
Silky is nicer IMO and if you want one smaller like the laplander (190mm) you can get the gomboy 210 or the pocketboys come in 130 or 170. The 240 is supreme though!
Living Survival Thanks, was just looking at the silky online. I'm leaning that way. Not for sure what size yet. Thank for the fast response. Ronnie, Texas
because there are 4-5 different ones on Amazon
Great video and review! Looks like a great one to have in the pack.
Yep!
Being a landscaper I just karate chop all the wood; it's cheaper than buying a saw and no rust! (done the rust test by sticking my hands in a bucket of salty water, then rubbing them in fresh herbs,egg,breadcrumbs & baking for 20 minutes on 250°C -no rust, how about that!Ha)
Hell ya!!!!!
Have the same saw love it want to get a non folding silky next with a sheath.
Another great review buddy. Looks like I'm gonna have to spend another chunk of my allowance.
LMAO, sorry about that!
that Silky is a great saw!excellent review!great recommendation!
Love it!
love mine...BTW the blade has 2 position choices when open
Thanks buddy for the great review. :-) Did you ever tried the Silky Ultra Accel 240MM ?
I got an F-180 because it was only $20 and if I lose it - no big deal. This way I take no chances losing my 420mm Sugoi and can leave it home.
I have the 270 to test out, and see if I like it better than the Bahco Laplander, and the silky 270 w/large teeth won me over. I will get another one. And plus the replacement blades doesn't cost near the same as a new saw would.
+Robert D Littler great saws. I am waiting on their new recurve version.
I cannot wait to see this video. I have looked on their website and cannot find it. Maybe you might be able to let me know where to look.
Robert D Littler look up silky shot show
Another great item for the BOB
SoulSurvivorX2 Thanks so much for the comment.
Thank you Sir, Brilliant Demo, I am big time fan of Dave Pearson "the really big monkey" & I know he uses one. For the life of me I couldn't recall the name, I kept thinking he called it "Slick Willy". That's old age for ya! Thanks again my friend, I'll look out for you in the future.
+Christopher Poole slick willy...that's a good one ;)
Nice vid, thanks. I have the Big Boy and the Katana Boy, 1 and 2 lbs respectively. How much is the Gomboy?
Price is $35, weight is 0.8 lbs.
Okay is that the large teeth one because they are 37 dollars on amazon right no and i think i am going to buy one
Hey buddy. I'm going through my playlist commenting on old videos trying to see how the creator feels about these older showcased products. Would you still recommend them? Or have you found something better to replace them with? Kindly let me know so I can update my playlist with the latest and greatest review so when I finally save up enough money to buy everything I can still be current.
Thank you!.
I like that one but i chose the big boy simply for diifferant size logs cutting with ease an plus im buying the case for it also.
Hey, great review
I was wondering if the saw has large teeth or medium teeth?
Thanks
I believe this is the medium.
Hi Ben~ what is your opinion on the teeth size. Dr. Waco over at virtuo vice thinks that medium is better so I purchased me a gamboy 210 2 years go . It cuts well but I'm curious about the large teeth. Thanks.
Yeah I have a question is that the gomboy 240 with large teeth?
great video, i am still amazed on how fast it cut through the wood. Do you know the price range for the saw?
$35
Up where I'm at I picked one up for less than $25 CAD.
Love it until it dies.
Nice!
No kidding. Just watch your HF type or warehouse tool outlets for sales. That should be the topic of another vid.
"To wait for a deal or buy right away?"
56 bucks at MEC
I'm wondering how this would compare to a decent hatchet or a small axe. Hatchets can also be used to split timber and so when space it a premium in a camping vehicle, it's something to consider don't you think?
+Bill Blinky much less to carry than an axe or hatchet. for summer months I like to carry a saw and carry an axe in the winter when I need to process larger amounts of wood.
+Living Survival Yep I can see that. Nice looking piece of kit too that works well.
Nice vid. I'm looking for a saw for grafting mainly so a clean cut is an advantage. Have you compared the cut of medium vs fine teeth of Silky on greenwood?
+e pita i haven't
Great saw! Thanks for the review.
Great info on the saw. If that was a medium blade, what is your opinion for large tooth (coarse) blade. Bigger teeth might dig better, but does that require more effort?
Andrew Bieger sometimes bigger teeth are harder to get started.
nice..but have you ever tried a pull saw? I was totally floored when i 1st used one..i went through many branches with one pull
AnonaThetan Any particular one?
Living Survival I believe it is a Marples..Figures I cant find it now..had it many years so Im betting a good brand name will be as good or better..Mine is more of a yard/shop saw but im sure somebody makes a survival type...I love mine and when I show it off my friends got amazed as well
is the SG 300 too big for survival on foot?
How does it compare to the Corona and does it cut in both directions or only on the pull stroke
Never have tried one.
Great review and comparison brother, ty for sharing
No problem at all! Thanks for the comment and watching.
Bro, I think you just sold me on this saw lol
I would luv to see tge Silky Gumbo square off with tge Wicked Tough Saw made by Wicked Tree Gear, that would be awesome, that would clearly show a new champ in the Bacho Laplander size, IMO all three deserve that title, but my money is on the Wicked Tough Saw Lightweight that punches like a Heavyweight, also when building a shelter it can be carried in the open possition, finishing the job quickly you can even carry it in the opened possition, Silky makes some awesome saw's, I have tge yellow handle 2000, sick, but cutting in both direction seems like that would be the edge. There's always room for another saw in my stable, but I'm not too much in the rush with my Wicked Tough Saw, my Silky 2000 my Wooden Handle Fiskar with the Power Teeth, OH Yeah my Bob's Bow Saw, and last but not least my Corona for a delicate looking saw it's holding up, and I know it's going survive another summer season.
paulie 4x i'm going to check it out, thanks for the comment.
Is the saw your using the large or medium teeth
is that the medium teeth or the large teeth?
Nice job!
Super....
also what did it cost?
nice review thanks
have you tried there other saws ???
BLACKARROW .ASSASSIN I haven't
Btw, my gamboy' strip broke... Apparently, common issue for this awesome saw.
+baseballman74 i've gone back to the laplander mostly.
very nice video it probably cut even faster if you used the right hand, lol
Does Gomboy make hair gel for bushcraft? Lol
I hope they start.
Medium teeth size?
+MaverickIQ Yes
from what I have heard that silky saw are the very best the only better thing than a silky saw is a bigger silky saw. lol
iwantosavemoney LOL it does cut like mad.
Great video! You did a great Job.. Bill
+William Confer thanks Bill.
what type of blade do you have on that one you have a part # or # of teeth
It is the Gomboy 240mm #121-24
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What size teeth did this particular one have?
Medium
@@livingsurvival thank you
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Send me your Laplander!
you need to learn how to use the whole saw blade.
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I'm glad people are finally realizing how good Silky saws are, I've been using my SIlky big boy 2000 for years, they are incredible. Did a review on it a few months back, there are many different size options unlike the laplander, I prefer the longer blades as its a real power house.
Agreed 100%
I recently heard of Silky saws... I bought a BigBoy and took it out on a backpacking trip and I love it. My buddy and I have bought many different saws, Sawvivor, buck saw, fiskar bow saw, etc
None of those compare to a Silky... I will be purchasing a GomBoy now that I feel the difference from the others... Not too mention Silky saws are pull saws, with timed reviews against other saws that are push/pull, still close on strokes and time... Almost effortless... Thank You for taking the time for the review...