TheKid
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i like the sugoi with a keychain carabiner through the little hole to attach to my saddle.
What' s your favorite hand saw
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scubadude1188
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How is it climbing with a saw on your leg opposed to the hip. I've always thought it would be awkward for climbing so I've never tried it. What do yall think?
polexie
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Zubat, hanging on left side of my belt.
1savagehunter
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Sugoi ... which size
Do you like the larger saw with the straight end or the shorter blade with the hooked end?
Do you like the larger saw with the straight end or the shorter blade with the hooked end?
I have been very happy with my Sugoi. A friend told me that wesspur has them on sale for $45. Too good to not buy a second one... Then I saw they also had the Ibuki for $49. Too good to not give that a try too.
The Ibuki looks like it is very similar to the Sugoi except it has no hook on the end, and slightly finer teeth. I don't see the point of the hook on the sugoi - doesn't bother me, but I don't use it either. I'll try to remember to report back about the Ibuki.
The Ibuki looks like it is very similar to the Sugoi except it has no hook on the end, and slightly finer teeth. I don't see the point of the hook on the sugoi - doesn't bother me, but I don't use it either. I'll try to remember to report back about the Ibuki.
:deadhorse:greenchainsaw: I have been using the ibuki for 3 years now and am amazed at how well it cuts and lets you leave chainsaw on ground even with good size branches,ibuki is supposed to be jappaannese for big AXE> I love mine!
18" Fiskars. I got it at Walmart, and the price is right. They also make a dandy 10" folding saw for about $15 that works well too. I have never bought any of the Japanes saws, so I can't make a comparison.
http://www.fiskars.com/webapp/wcs/s...ategoryId=10263&productId=10516&page=products
It cuts very nicely, and it never gums up with sawdust & sap like the triangular teeth can. Good curvature, so it digs in pretty firmly on each pull. It is harmless on the push stroke. The teeth are cut circular, and you can sharpen anytime you want with the same round file you sharpen your trimming saw with. I think the ability to keep it sharp is more important than how sharp it is when you buy it.
It will take out your average 2" branch in about 4-6 pulls. It is a little aggressive on 1/2" branches, so you don't want to press too hard on it in a small cut.
http://www.fiskars.com/webapp/wcs/s...ategoryId=10263&productId=10516&page=products
It cuts very nicely, and it never gums up with sawdust & sap like the triangular teeth can. Good curvature, so it digs in pretty firmly on each pull. It is harmless on the push stroke. The teeth are cut circular, and you can sharpen anytime you want with the same round file you sharpen your trimming saw with. I think the ability to keep it sharp is more important than how sharp it is when you buy it.
It will take out your average 2" branch in about 4-6 pulls. It is a little aggressive on 1/2" branches, so you don't want to press too hard on it in a small cut.
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The Sugoi is definately lighter and feels better balanced in my hand. Haven't had a chance to use it much yet, but in a few cuts it seems the Ibuki cuts just as well.
1savagehunter
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ATH Thanks for the update
Ended up buying a sugoi
Ended up buying a sugoi
DK_stihl
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Leg scabbard
It works, but you have to make sure that the straps are tight. Otherwise, the tip of the handle will hit you in the bottom of the thigh. That gets annoying. I now use a sawpod to hod my sugoi.
It works, but you have to make sure that the straps are tight. Otherwise, the tip of the handle will hit you in the bottom of the thigh. That gets annoying. I now use a sawpod to hod my sugoi.
tree md
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Sugoi
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It is a little cumbersome for me to climb with it on my leg. I went the keychain carabiner attached to my hip route as well. I have been using the Sugoi for about two years now and it is a great saw but if I had it to do over again I'd go with the smaller Zubat saw. Seems like the Zubat would just be the perfect size. I believe the Brits are making a custom sheath for it to be worn on the leg if one wants.
Just my .02. Congrats on your purchase. I think you will find that it will save you a lot of energy in the tree.
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It is a little cumbersome for me to climb with it on my leg. I went the keychain carabiner attached to my hip route as well. I have been using the Sugoi for about two years now and it is a great saw but if I had it to do over again I'd go with the smaller Zubat saw. Seems like the Zubat would just be the perfect size. I believe the Brits are making a custom sheath for it to be worn on the leg if one wants.
Just my .02. Congrats on your purchase. I think you will find that it will save you a lot of energy in the tree.
DK_stihl
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tree md
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Might very well be the sawpod. Can't remember to tell the truth. Just remember some of the British regulars talking about a custom leg scabbard for the Zubat a couple of years back.
Re: SugoiYou'll like the saw but you'll hate buying replacement blade
It can be hand sharpened a few times, right? The blade is pretty darn thick.
pbtree
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I like my Fanno....
ya 13 inch fanno for me, gets the job done blades are cheap. take care of them they last!
We always carry a Gomtaro 300, I have an ibuki but it seldom gets to see the light of day.
