Brand | Silky |
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Color | Black/Silver |
Blade Material | Steel |
Surface Recommendation | Wood |
Power Source | Hand Powered |
Included Components | Silky KatanaBoy 650mm Folding Saw |
Product Dimensions | 34"L x 5.5"W x 1.5"H |
Item Weight | 2.8 Pounds |
Blade Length | 650 Millimeters |
Number of Teeth | 4 |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 33 x 5.4 x 1.7 inches |
Package Weight | 1.77 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 34 x 5.5 x 1.5 inches |
Brand Name | Silky |
Warranty Description | Manufacturer's Limited Lifetime Warranty. Avoid Silky products sold by Japanese resellers as they are often made to a lower specification and are not covered in the United States by the Manufacturer's Limited Lifetime Warranty. Only Silky products purchased from an authorized US reseller are covered by the Manufacturers Limited Lifetime Warranty. |
Model Name | SKS71065 |
Material | Steel |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Silky |
Part Number | 710-65 |
Model Year | 2017 |
Size | 650 mm |
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Brand | Silky |
Color | Black/Silver |
Blade Material | Steel |
Surface Recommendation | Wood |
Power Source | Hand Powered |
About this item
- This beefy two-handed folding saw is Silky's answer to the "man-powered chain saw"
- Made from Premium Proprietary Japanese steel, results in ideal blend of tooth hardness & blade flexibility
- 25.6" (650mm) blade with XL teeth (3.4 teeth per inch) Sturdy, nylon shoulder bag included
- The folding saw of choice for trail building, ATVing as well as all your outdoor needs
- WARNING: Beware of thinner, non-Professional blades that are made for the Japanese market only. If your blade doesn’t have the word Professional etched into it, please report the seller to Amazon
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From the manufacturer
KatanaBoy 403-50 & 710-65 come in 500mm or 650mm blade lengths
The History of Silky Saws
Silky Saws are manufactured in the Ono region of Japan, famous for its consistently high-quality Japanese steel with the lowest amount of impurities. With nearly 100 years of hand saw technology & superior craftsmanship, these saws remain unmatched by any other saw on the market.
Silky Professional Series KatanaBoy Folding Saws
Silky's answer to the "man-powered chain saw"
- This beefy two-handed folding saw is Silky's answer to the "man-powered chain saw"
- This heavy duty folding saw is available in either a 19.7 inch or 25.6 inch blade
- Expect to make mincemeat out of any firewood-sized limbs
- KatanaBoys pack a taper-ground blade with a non-slip rubberized grip handle
- Sturdy, nylon shoulder bag included
- The folding saw of choice for trail building, ATVing as well as all your outdoor needs
Silky KatanaBoy specifications
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Blade Specifications (711-65 shown)* Made from Premium Proprietary Japanese steel, results in ideal blend of tooth hardness & blade flexibility. * KatanaBoy blades can be resharpened |
Shoulder Bag IncludedThe KatanaBoy comes with a sturdy, nylon shoulder bag with Velcro fastening & pocket for replacement blades. |
Variety of ApplicationsThe KatanaBoy series folding saws are so versatile they can be used for landscaping, hiking, camping, trail maintenance, ATVing or general outdoor projects. |
710-65 | 403-50 | 711-65 - Replacement blade for 710-65 | 404-50 - Replacement blade for 403-50 | |
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New Professional Series | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Japanese Tooth Design | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Manufacturers Limited Lifetime Warranty | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Blade Length | 650mm/25.6 in. | 500mm/19.7 in. | 650mm/25.6 in. | 500mm/19.7 in. |
Tooth Size | XL - 3.4 teeth per inch | XL - 4.2 teeth per inch | XL - 3.4 teeth per inch | XL - 4.2 teeth per inch |
Blade Thickness | 2.5mm | 2.0mm | 2.5mm | 2.0mm |
Cut Capacity | 12.8 inches | 9.9 inches | 12.8 inches | 9.9 inches |
Carrying Case with Shoulder Strap Included | ✓ | ✓ |
Product Description
This beefy two-handed folding saw is Silkyâ€s answer to the ‘man-powered chain saw.†Currently the biggest in its class, this heavy-duty folding saw with a 19 4/5- or 25 3/5-inch, resharpenable blade of superior quality steel, easily competes with a chainsaw. Expect to make mincemeat out of any firewood-sized limbs with a KATANABOY that packs a taper-ground blade with a non-slip rubberized grip. The KATANABOY comes with a sturdy, nylon shoulder bag with Velcro fastening and pocket for replacement blades. Translated into English, Katana means, ‘curved single-edged sword,†considered the weapon of choice for Samurai warriors. Today, the KATANABOY is the folding saw of choice for trail building, ATVing as well as all of your outdoor needs.
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ASIN | B00RD9JCS2 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #100,122 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #151 in Handsaws |
Date First Available | July 7, 2016 |
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Customers like the sharpness, quality and ease of use of the saw. For example, they mention it's very sharp, easy to start and control and makes very quick work of trees. That said, opinions are mixed on the value.
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Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the saw. For example, they mention it's very sharp, the teeth remain razor sharp, and it cuts through wood like butter. That said, some say it'll cut through logs easily.
"...It's easy to get into a smooth rhythm while using the saw - just let the Katanaboy do the work...." Read more
"Great solid, sharp long saw! I’ve used it to take down several trees over 70 feet tall...." Read more
"...It cuts through wood like butter...." Read more
"...I think it costs too much for what it is, but does cut anything I try to cut...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the saw. They mention that it is a terrific, quality tool that works great, and is very effective. Some say that the saw is expensive, but it is well worth the price. Overall, customers find the product to be extremely useful and well designed.
"...'ve had the saw only a short time, but the components and hardware seem to be high-quality, with the possible exception of the plastic knob to loosen..." Read more
"Great solid, sharp long saw! I’ve used it to take down several trees over 70 feet tall...." Read more
"This saw is awesome. I think it costs too much for what it is, but does cut anything I try to cut...." Read more
"...it’s a sight to behold and although the blade is long, it is far from flimsy. Carrying bag is a nice touch...." Read more
Customers find the saw easy to use. They say it's easy to start and control, and it makes quick work of trees.
"...Human powered chainsaw is right, this makes very quick work of trees that would normally require a chainsaw...." Read more
"...Cuts very rapidly, easy to start and control" Read more
"Awesome, easy to use. I bought my husband one too. He’s an arborist. He loves it." Read more
"This saw performs! processed a Bradford pear with ease...." Read more
Customers find the saw easy to carry. They say it's a great lightweight saw for trail clearing.
"...One thing I do know is that the Katanaboy will be much easier to carry into the woods than a chainsaw, gas and bar oil, especially with the nifty..." Read more
"...The lock to keep it open is strong. The saw is not excessively weighty...." Read more
"...I take it even on trail inspections because it is so light and having it allows me to clear most obstructions without having to return...." Read more
"Very effective saw. Lightweight and easy to carry." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the saw. Some say it's well worth the money, while others say it is very expensive for what it is.
"...I’ve used it to take down several trees over 70 feet tall.Expensive but handy and worth it when a chainsaw is not an option." Read more
"...The saw is very pricy but so far is very much worth it. It will cut anything a 18" chainsaw would be used for...." Read more
"This saw is awesome. I think it costs too much for what it is, but does cut anything I try to cut...." Read more
"...At first I thought it was a bit pricy. After using it, worth every penny." Read more
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After nearly a year of use, I continue to give the Silky Katanaboy 650 five stars. I have had zero problems with the saw, and it has proved to be highly durable. After lots of cutting work, the teeth remain razor sharp. I have used it in felling work, as I had envisioned in the earlier review, and it has worked great. I open the face cut in the tree with an axe and then make the back cut with the Katanaboy. Given the blade size, it's easy to add a wedge behind the blade to prevent pinching in the cut. I have even experimented with making the face cut with the Katanaboy. It certainly works, but I prefer an axe for that application. You may be wondering, why would you use an axe and a handsaw to fell a tree if I could use a chain saw. Here are my reasons: 1) weight when carrying gear to a work site; 2) noise while working; 3) physical, mental and spiritual fitness; 4) a love of old-school woodsmanship. If those things don't matter to you or are irrelevant to your situation, then a chain saw would be a better choice.
I made a comment above about the Katanaboy being irrelevant to firewood processing, which isn't entirely true. I have certainly used the Katanaboy to buck logs to great effect. The problems that can arise relate to ground clearance and stability of the log when sawing the final rounds. Propping up the log can solve the first problem, and another person holding/sitting on a log or wedging it between two standing trees or in a v-notch (if low enough to the ground) can solve the second. (I do wish the saw had an additional locking position, like the Silky Bigboy does, to eliminate the ground-clearance problem. Just a few degrees past horizontal would do the trick.) As others have noted, the saw cuts on the pull stroke, which may require some adjustment in your cutting mechanics if you've mainly used push-style saws. Also, with a blade roughly 25.5", I find the maximum log diameter for effectiveness to be about 20". If that becomes a problem for you, there's always the Silky Katanaboy 1000 as an option!
Expensive but handy and worth it when a chainsaw is not an option.
I sent a e-mail message to the company's customer service mailbox with questions about the saw before purchasing it but they don't seem to answer all messages they receive. Customer service is optional for some firms. I hope I never need to contact them in the future.
BE VERY WARNED when unlocking the blade as it will swing close very quickly and slice your fingers gripping the handle. Be sure to unlock the blade with it pointing down!! If you make the mistake of not doing that, you with either have a coronary on the spot, or you will need to change your nickname to "six fingers" and pack your disconnected fingers located now on the ground with ice and seek medical attn.
The saw is very pricy but so far is very much worth it. It will cut anything a 18" chainsaw would be used for. I could not find any other company with a similar product so no competition to lower the price. In the future when gas is a distant commodity, you will want this product in your toolkit. Do not wait for a better deal and also heed the dire warning about the collapsing blade.
A mixture of oaks, maple, service berry, pine, and birch, each has a different pull. Now a dream about cutting wood.
Lesson 1: make a sawbuck and use two hands. You don't want to let this perfect blade touch dirt. Maybe it will still go several years without sharpening but I don't want to chance it. I want it to cut a year from now just the way it cut up a cord of wood this morning.
At first I thought it was a bit pricy. After using it, worth every penny.
Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2023
A mixture of oaks, maple, service berry, pine, and birch, each has a different pull. Now a dream about cutting wood.
Lesson 1: make a sawbuck and use two hands. You don't want to let this perfect blade touch dirt. Maybe it will still go several years without sharpening but I don't want to chance it. I want it to cut a year from now just the way it cut up a cord of wood this morning.
At first I thought it was a bit pricy. After using it, worth every penny.
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Daher war es mir wichtig das sie portabel ist. Die mitgelieferte Tragetasche eignet sich ausgezeichnet um die Säge selbst bei ruppigen abfahrten ohne Probleme auf dem Rücken zu tragen.
Das Sägen ist sehr angenehm und geht unglaublich schnell, ein ~40cm Baum ist in Ca. 10-15min durch, je nachdem wie fit man ist.
Reviewed in Germany on September 29, 2021
Daher war es mir wichtig das sie portabel ist. Die mitgelieferte Tragetasche eignet sich ausgezeichnet um die Säge selbst bei ruppigen abfahrten ohne Probleme auf dem Rücken zu tragen.
Das Sägen ist sehr angenehm und geht unglaublich schnell, ein ~40cm Baum ist in Ca. 10-15min durch, je nachdem wie fit man ist.