Sven saw

I also carry a Fiskars (Gerber) sliding saw with me when hiking. It is very light and it is more an emergency kind of tool for me and am using it only from time to time.

Form ESEE I would love to see a high quality E&E type folding saw for my survival kit. I don't care if the blades are replaceable or not. It would just sit in my kit.

In my opinion a good saw is one of the best survival tools in the woods, especially in winter when heavy sweating while chopping can be dangerous in a survival situation.
Maybe I need to get in better shape but for me I figured that I seem to use much less energy with a saw than with chopping.. Chopping is more fun though :)
 
Jeff, I appreciate the report.
I am just going to grab a Bahco Laplander for now and hold off on the Sven.
 
droobies said:
Jeff, I've heard great things about the Sawvivor, but I've personally used a 10" Corona folding "Razor Tooth Saw" for a couple seasons and it gets the job done pretty dang quick on wet and dry timber. Nice recurve blade, aggressive teeth, replaceable blades, handle large enough to get a two-hand grip, and it was only $20 a Lowe's. Model # RS 7265.
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I picked up one as well, about three years ago.

I'm going to get a Silky though. :)
 
I am +1 with TheBaron and others on the Wyo saw, esp. the 14 in. (Model III, I believe.) I had a triangular saw 25 years ago and 1st time I used it, I was immediately confronted with the cutting diameter limits. I bought the 1st model Wyo saw, 11in, and again had a short stroke problem. TMALSSer, when the 14 came out, I gave the 11 to an elk hunting buddy, and am at full stroke since.
 
Me and a couple of my buddies went on a weekend hiking trip in the Cohuttas this weekend, and had both the Sven saw and the Bahco folding saw. I started the trip being the owner of both saws, but after this weekend I only own the Bahco as I gave the Sven to one of my buddies on the trip. IMHO, the Bahco can process anything 3-4" a lot easier than the Sven. It would probably do better than the Sven with the thicker stuff but the blade length limits it for anything to big.

Anytime you can take something into the woods that is simple and easy to use over something more complex, you should. With the Bahco, you just push the release button and unfold it. With the Sven, you have to unscrew this, slide this out, fold this here, put the pin here, and tighten up this. Granted it isn't rocket science, but you could easily lose one or more pieces if you aren't careful.

I highly recommend the Bahco over the Sven. It out cut the Sven and is simple to use.
 
adaman04 said:
Main issue I've seen with sliding type saws is that the screw gives out, rendering the saw pretty much useless. I've always liked the folding Gerber saws and recently bought 3 spares after 10 years or so with my first one. Quality has slipped on them a bit as well.
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I used the Fiskars (Gerber) sliding saw and was not impressed either. Did not pass the test for me after carrying it in the woods off and on for over a year: The screw gave out. I have a Fiskars folding saw now and I have just worn the blade out. But hey, it was cheap. :D The Wyoming saw looks like what I need. Tired of lugging a regular bow saw with me.
 
I got my Wyoming Saw today... just tried it out a little.
Thank's for recommending this thing Guys. it's a lot better than anything I had...
VERY nice how it goes from some light, small parts, to a sturdy hand saw.
 
Just got mine today too. headed out to try it now....
 
To all who like the BAHCO Laplander, go to a gardening shop and buy the uncoated version, the BAHCO Sharptooth. It is uncoated and yes it rusts. So what. It out cuts the Laplander 2 to 1. I know, I have three of each. The Laplanders stay at home where they really do not rust. The sharptooth cut up our elk this year like crazy. It also has a handle with orange ends so you can find it.
Ron Athay
 
The Wyoming saw definitely kicks the Sven saw's ass!
 
Did they throw in the paring knife in Jeff? The recurve kinda reminds me of My BM 710, except paring size...lol
 
ill take a craftsman bow saw from sears over that piece of junk anyday. The ergos just don't make sense to me
 
The point is break down and compact carry while maintaining a decent ability to cut. Neither the Sven or Wyoming is a piece of junk. Far from it!
 
All I can add to all of this is that somehow i have a feeling that the design would get in the way of one using it
 
In the wilds the ultimate goal is the perfect compromise between compactness and light weight with functionality. Oftentimes hard to achieve but not always. I've used the small folding saws and I have to say that the Sven and Wyoming are far ahead of them in ability, although the folding saws have more compactness and ease of carry.
 
Ohhh took a little further examining . Still if I planned on needing a bow saw I wouldn't have a problem attaching a cheap craftsman to my pack on the outside . It is as light as a feather. I don't really plan on having a surprise dam I wish I had a folded bow saw In my pack moment anytime in the near future though.
 
spydusse said:
Ohhh took a little further examining . Still if I planned on needing a bow saw I wouldn't have a problem attaching a cheap craftsman to my pack on the outside . It is as light as a feather. I don't really plan on having a surprise dam I wish I had a folded bow saw In my pack moment anytime in the near future though.
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Let's just say you and I are obviously cut from different cloth ;)

I am always looking at the usefulnesss of gear. No matter what that gear may be. Not simply for my uses but for the feasability of other environments, scenarios, oeprations, etc. I'm never simply satisfied with the status quo. Especially when you have guys going into harms way every day that might be looking for a better widget.
 
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