Silky Katanaboy 650 - Elite Folding Saw

[@icommandoi145]

Great folding saw and you won't regret it. There is an alternative smaller saw made by Silky available on Amazon now which is much more affordable however it is the slightly smaller model. It's a 360 mm blade length ie 14~ inch. $46 on Amazon now. It's called the "Silky Professional Series BIGBOY 2000"

[@JS-xs5hq]

I counted only 42 pull strokes of the saw and it made a clean cut through the 7" log. Speaks for itself. Thanks.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

You may want to keep in mind that this is also a dead tree that is not as dense as a living tree. A live tree does take more time and work to get through even with this saw.

[@CanadianPrepper]

Great review you went into a lot more depth than I did about its capabilities, I learned a bit more like always. I especially liked what you said towards the end of it not needing any other fuel but elbow grease! I hope it serves you well my friend. CP

[@tonyeden8381]

Yeah man your review got me to buy one.........in the right hands this thing could replace a bow saw a chainsaw and a samurai sword 👍

[@RealRickyRoss]

+Canadian Prepper Your review was good ... I bought one after watching your review ;-)

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Canadian Prepper I'm sure it *WILL* serve me well. Thanks for the compliments on the video. I was impressed with the professionalism with your video.

[@sinclairmarcus]

Far North Bushcraft And Survival very detailed explains why silky are at the cutting edge of saws

[@Prometheus1111]

i drooled a little watching it cut.

[@billhart9832]

Your camera angle is just right showing the full stroke you're able to achieve and how the saw clears and expells the sawdust with each stroke. Very impressive!

[@thekolakovics]

The beard , the demeanor, and the fact that you live the "outdoor life" just got you a sub sir. I live in British Columbia and have similar topography, wood species, weather, etc.. The worst thing my friends/family find about "outdoor reviews" is folks that have never lived in remote regions and such trying to pass themselves as "survival experts" while you hear traffic and see a Tim Hortons sign in the background. Besides all the good points you mentioned about a chainsaw vs manual, one major point is that wildlife is more disturbed with a chainsaw and may delay trapping/ hunting for a period of time. GREAT VIDEOS SIR!!! Keep them coming...A very Merry Christmas to you, your family, and of course your tough,peacefull lifestyle...sign me Jealous.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Thank you for the kind words and thanks for subscribing. I appreciate it and wish to welcome you to the channel.

[@seniletravel7171]

Lonnie, Thank you for helping us to stay alive during and after what's most assuredly coming. Phil in the Pacific Northwest

[@SurvivalLilly]

I recently bought myself a silky pocketboy :) Thanks for the review Lonnie.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Survival Lilly Great. I'll bet that is a nice saw. After using this one I can see that a smaller Silky for general camping and every day bushcraft use would be really nice to have. I know I really like my Bahco laplander and I'm sure that a similar silky would be nice to have and use.

[@johndifrancisco3642]

Meng Lee, You were not paying attention or maybe just missed it. He addressed that when he talked about the pull cut and how the blade gets pulled taught.

[@littlebull8881]

pocket boy is brilliant little saw, they have a curved blade pocket boy now, overall I love my gomboy 270

[@IntntnlProSatire]

..and it was Great to see you - almost - Smile about it.. :) Love yer channel, Cheers..

[@thomasbayer3311]

Survival Lilly : thanks for the info. I really learn a lot from you both. I am looking forward to some relaxing bushcrafting and canoe camping and fishing in the northern ponds and lakes of the Adirondack Park in NY.

[@johnjriggsarchery2457]

I've been using my Katanaboy professionally for the past 8 years. Matter of fact I used it today to remove a ten inch diameter, rock hard long dead ash and a similar sized spruce that fell across our trail system. I also made a new swinging gate and all of the rounds were cut with my Katanaboy. I may have to replace it's blade in 10 or 15 years, but I'm good with that.

[@jackwheatley8]

it lasts that long?

[@jamesaritchie2]

I LOVE Silky saws. I carry a Pocket Boy as part of my EDC, and I really want the Katana. I've seen it in action, and it's hard to believe how well it cuts even standing trees. Besides, when someone pulls out saw, you can now say, "That's not a saw. This is a saw."

[@nyk3334]

I know this is an old video but this is the power of espousing knowledge. A newbie like me can come along and soak it all up. I love your videos. Your professionalism is especially appreciated. You do things the right way. Thanks again.

[@hans-jurgenwiegand7465]

@ 72 years of age, I like to be careful. I’m not a big fan of chainsaws on slopes. I don’t need to worry about running out of gas at the bottom of the slope, or carrying a gas can up a slippery slope, after a storm, rain or ice & snow. When I use my saw, I use a Stihl easy pull. For fallen branches, I prefer my Silk 2000. I’ve got a Stihl pole saw that is a pull saw, with 3 5 foot extension handles. I really don’t like having to use any of them, but if I have to, I usually have myself for company. Hand saws are safer, quieter, lighter, and easier to transport. If you have to buy a tool, buy a good one, once, not a poor one & a good one. If money is a problem, rent, whenever possible. Loved your video, learned something new about Silky models. Thanks & be careful!

[@tbsnwbrdng7]

Such a humble man. Thank you Lonnie

[@gii_vannile]

Thank you very much . Your invitation to Silky Katanaboy 650 is very simple and logistically physically reasonable . So , I just now ordered Katanaboy 650 on Amazon . I had been wondering which one should I buy , 500 or 650 in these three years . Very very valuable footages for the futures . And your voice is also too much believable enough . Mar. 16th 2023 Thu. 16:23 from Yokohama City Japan

[@carlose6010]

Such a precise examination to the physics (and function) of the saw.. I am buying one even though I don't really need it! It is truly a work of sawing art!. Thanks Far North Bushcraft.

[@troyclayton]

Wow. Really cool. I've always loved razor sharp zero set pruning saws for their clean cuts, but hated the binding on larger pieces. I spent the first 5 minutes of the video wondering why a zero set blade was going to be so special. Glad I stuck around to find out. So simple, yet so profound. I also love the other features, I've closed a saw on my hand a hundred times (years pruning trees for a living). Thanks!

[@conradrideoutcr]

Hey Lonnie. Love your channel man. I am a Newfoundlander from the east coast of Canada. I grew up in the bush doing many things that you show on your channel. I am also a member of the Canadian Forces. I was a medic for 15 years and spent a lot of time in the field with infantry. Did a recon course that taught me many useful skills for in the bush. I just transferred trades to firefighter. More time off for bush bashing. Lol. I am posted to Comox, in British Columbia...just south of you. Great country on the west coast. I spend the majority of my time in the country. I just am finishing up making a bug out shelter which is permanent. Gives me a spot to go to get away and to spend time alone in the woods. I recently bought a go,boy 240 mm saw and I have exclusively used it to work on and make my shelter camp. I wish I had seen this product you review here. Man it is a sweet saw. I have a quick question for you that is not related to the saw. Is that cool? I trust you for your answer

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Sure go ahead and ask your question but I may or may not be able to answer it. If I do not know the answer I will say so. It may be some days before I can answer however since I will be away for a while.

[@briandunivent]

i always enjoy listening to your lessons you teach on youtube, you're a great teacher!

[@daverosa3077]

I ordered the Silky Bigboy after watching this video. I now have a saw that blows my old Bacho away. I love my Silky. I have used it to slab up a log of wet ash about 7 inches in diameter. It did take some work but managed to cut the log into 1/2 inch slabs. The cut is very nice leaving very little tool marks which are easy to sand out. It has totally sold me. Silky is the way to go if you have some wood to chew through. Quickly. Thank Lonnie. Cheers from the Great Lakes in Canada.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Dave Rosa Awesome. Glad you are happy with your purchase. I am sure happy with mine. I just used it a week ago or so to cut a stump (that had been under the snow) out of the way to get my snowmachine unstuck so that I could continue to haul fresh cut firewood to the cabin. It was the perfect tool for the job and saved the day.

[@daverosa3077]

Ya. Mine has done a lot for me as well. A great tool.

[@rubensaficianado]

Hi Lonnie: First Thank You for all you do and share. I enjoy your videos very much. In fact I binged watched them for a couple hours and learned much. I admire your kind demeanor and approachable style of teaching. It is quite evident this is your passion. I took the Karamat winter course with Mors and your name came up several times for all that you have shared. I definitely was swayed to buy the katanaboy saw and when you said you could forsee a time when there might not be gas or oil for a saw this piece of kit becomes especially invaluable. Getting the most highest yield of firewood with the lowest input effort is a worthwhile endeavor when you consider the multplier of waste with other methods and how much work there is to be done is a day aside from firewood. While $200 for the saw is quite a chunk of change and seeing the replacement blade is 150 it made me want to do a little reseach on sharpening. The file is called a feather edge file and can be had on ebay in different lengths for $7-12 plus reasonable shipping Here is a video of the silky being sharpened kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2qUln2JeLFggNU Short of that I guess we could put a abrasive wheel on a dremel and make do with some results: that is if there was electricity. Looking forward to your next videos.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Mors is in many ways the "father of modern bushcraft". It is a tremendous honor for my name to have been mentioned in that type of setting. Thanks for the web link.

[@PrimalOutdoors]

I have the Silky Katanaboy 500 and I have been very impressed by it, I actually did not know that there was a 650 option or I might have gone that route but now that I have had time to use my 500 I am glad I went with it, I have cut rounds as big as 12+ inches with mine, still these are great saws and which ever one a person chooses they will have a wood eating machine. I have also picked up a Silky Bigboy so I would have a smaller and lighter weight pack option and I am equally impressed with it. Great review. Jason

[@betweenfiveandseven]

+Primal Outdoors The 650 has only been out on the market for a few weeks, and isn't available everywhere yet. My 500 is fairly new to me too and I bought it just about 6 weeks before a Japanese exporter I do business with told me the 650 was coming... 5 more inches of stroke and 5 more inches of those nasty, sharp teeth just seems quite tempting, doesn't it? ;)

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Primal Outdoors Thank you. Those "bigboy" saws do look like a great size for the pack. That is good to hear that they also are a good option.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+betweenfiveandseven The extra length can be a negative in transportng the saw compared to the 500mm but when cutting a large amount of wood, that extra length would then be quite an asset in making production wood cutting less strenuous.

[@thewalker4614]

I ended up getting the 650 after watching your review and that led me to Canadian prepper' channel. I dropped a couple problem trees in my yard in minutes! Wow, a lot less effort than a chain saw considering the weight and no gas or oil! Thanks Lonnie!,

[@stepitup5409]

Hey Lonnie, just stopped by to say Merry Christmas to you and your lovely wife. Its above average in Virginia tonight but its always nice to see some snow when I come to your channel. I wish you both a wonderful Christmas and know that you celebrate the real reason for the season. Christ has come into the world! Peace to you!

[@margieoakes3092]

Excellent review. Just ordered a 650 tonight. One of the items I have wanted for a long time. If our money is going to be worthless soon, I thought now is the time to purchase. As soon as my wife gets over her sticker shock, I plan on ordering an extra blade ! Hmm! Wanna go out for supper tomorrow night Honey? LOL I kid her but she is a jewel ! Supports all of my prepping "wants" or needs. I am blessed!! POMO

[@1neAdam12]

I'm looking at this purchase the same way. Money will be digital by 2030, and before we get there, it becomes valueless. All my Stihl saws will probably be next to worthless for a while. Wish i was being hyperbolic, but this is what they're telling us is going to happen. Man, just what is going on with our borders should be enough to realize something big is going down.

[@runnit5863]

Is this the bob Ross of the wilderness

[@albertdesalvo7273]

Bob Ross was excellent.

[@thekolakovics]

Great review FNB...my father was a faller and I cut firewood and deadfall etc... the number 1 reason two stroke motors on good quality saws break down or won't start in sub zero temperatures is fuel type/octane and oil/fuel ratios. In Canada we use CHEVRON SUPER PREMIUM (94 octane) year round on all two stroke and four stroke engines. ( Costly to a point) I do all my own mechanical work and have worked in the fuel delivery industry. The aforementioned fuel has the highest stabilizing agents and octane.Just fired up a 5 hp B&G 4 stroke with one pull after a cold winter (stored outside) My neighbor and friend was taking apart his carb and fuel system due to varnishing. He came to my mower that is 5 years older and was shocked silly at the shape of my fuel system. AIR FILTERS MUST BE CLEANED AFTER EVERY USE !!!!( 2 minute job)Spark plug cleaning or replacement as required. The benefits far outweigh the costs in my experience. Detonation is the # 1 cause of premature failure in high performance saws like a HUSKY OR STIHL and vehicles that are super/turbo charged, high compression, or air injected. 87 octane is the" bare minimum" as specified by the auto industry and we all have accepted this to the point of missing the "minimum part" Mechanics love low octane...keeps them and part suppliers busy. Will purchase a few Silkys after CP/ FNB review...great back up, no noise, and who needs gym fees.Love Joseph and family.PS got to learn how to make videos as I just learned how to use a laptop 2 years ago and my kid Nathan is a pro. I always try to be solution oriented and my friends/family have been pushing me towards technology as I'm cowering behind a bush LOL

[@robertmorgan54]

I'm from Alaska , lived in the Bush many many years , now living in Los Anchorage. That saw is great , I will be buying one soon myself

[@BushcraftPaolo]

I really like coherent people like you, this is why I keep following you and learn from you as well.

[@amightyatom]

If anyone's wondering these blades/teeth are predominantly meant for green wood cutting. It would absolutely fly through green in about a third of the time. Used by gardeners and arborists.

[@blairwise3339]

I'd much rather carry this seven or eight miles than a chainsaw as well. LOL.

[@forrestrichardson6513]

Hi far north bushcraft. I'm from the United Kingdom. Love watching your videos. They are so great and informative and you are a great teacher. I practicing them myself. Keep up the great work. Many thanks forrest

[@alanaspopo1955]

Thanks for the clear and concise review on the Katana Boy saw. Your reasons for buying one and what it is really good for make perfect sense. In Alaska where there are not friendly service centers every few miles it is obvious why you bought it and also it makes perfect sense in the lower 48 when facing difficult terrain or big jobs that are necessary! I liked the explanations about having 4 chain saws and only one working at your cabin 60 miles away and also using it when canoeing up streams with trees blocking them. You need to be self reliant and the saw clearly helps. Great job!

[@lazyjackass77]

Wife got me a BigBoy for xmas and it fits perfectly in my backpack. I love mine, and it will never leave my pack.

[@justinolfart5431]

Ian M and the good thing is it will never need sharpening if you keep it in your backpack😄😄😄 just kidding with you

[@Barbarossa4U]

Great review Lonnie! I've been eying this one for the same reason you got it. I've had a BigBoy for years now and show everyone I know. I use it in my pack. No other saw brand comes even close.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Barbarossa4U I'll bet that bigboy is a nice saw. I'm sure impressed with this Katanaboy.

[@Thierryoutdoors]

Lonnie I only watch because I like what is genuine vids from an honest straight forward couple who work and live in an area that is not the kindest. Your vids are entertaining and enlightening. Your reviews are honest and genuine. Compliments my friend? No.... Just honest facts. Thank you once more.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Thierryoutdoors Thank you much for the "honest facts" my friend. I appreciate them. Glad you enjoy the videos that we produce.

[@jimlahey8919]

I like the idea that you don't have to be too particular over the size of the tree like you do with the more traditional saws.....great video Lonnie and a well done review....you don't do many but they are a pleasure to watch when you do😀...until the next one my friend.👍👍👍

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+trevor parsons Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the product review video.

[@sethwarner2540]

Good night!! looks like that thing is cutting about a quarter inch per stroke!! The second cut took 43 strokes!! Much better review than others.

[@kennethspeed2019]

I learned about Japanese saws through furniture making and so I bought a Silky saw for hiking and backing. Mine has a blade length of about 9" and folds in a similar manner to yours; it comes in a clear plastic case that has proven itself to be remarkably durable. The saw is light and efficient and cuts quickly and cleanly and while replacement blades aren't cheap they are available. Clearly I don't require a saw as large as yours but I definitely think Silky saws are the way to go.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Kenneth Speed A Silky with a 9 inch blade *would* be very handy to have as well. I am using a Bahco Laplander which is roughly that same size as yours but after using this large folder and seeing the difference in this compared to other saws, it would be nice to also have a small Silky as well for quick small wood for the majority of my campfires.

[@kennethspeed2019]

Hi Lonnie, mine is the Silky Gomboy 2400 with medium teeth and as far as I*'m concerned it's a superb tool and I recommend it highly. I get very smooth cuts but they're also fast. Mainly I use it for clearing trails because we get a lot of fallen trees here in the small mountains of western Masachusetts but it's an excellent saw for small camp constriction and firewood collection for one or two people too.

[@TheSagerider]

This saw would be great for back country snow machine trips. My deep snow Polaris machine is very limited as far as what you can pack because the snow tunnel is not strong enough to hold much gear, it is a snow tunnel not a luggage rack so nothing heavy. I can imagine this saw saving my life if I break down or bad stuck out there some where. I live in Montana and a bit of a hermit so as always the possibility I may find my self all alone with only my wits when going afield, this saw might be the only real friend I got. Thank you for teaching me through your videos how to survive.

[@ZEDU657]

Thank you, sir, for bringing this product to my attention. I will definitely be adding this tool to my inventory. Looking forward to more videos. Take care!

[@handemooor984]

OMG.!!!!!!!! The mother of all the saws. Wood seems to be butter!!!!!. Amazing. Thanks for posting

[@8thsinner]

Only in an extremely limited range of products are you actually able to compare fully motorized versions to their counter-part manually operated device. The fact that you as well as many others do, is a true testiment to it's capabilities. It's on my wish list for sure. It's far more efficient to make a full sized siberian long fire that will last a full three days when you have something like this to use. Let alone the potential for building a cabin.

[@tallcedars2310]

Am glad you are a how to channel and not a product channel, there are too many of them for us who like the old haaard ways, lol :)

[@tallcedars2310]

+Tall Cedars I see that in a forest such as ours, the Katanaboy 650 is ideal. We here have old poplar forests and this saw would be idea for trees that are as large as in our area, love how it cuts deadwood like butter, thanks for this review Lonnie.

[@stephenzevetchin]

love your demeanor. i look forward to new and archived videos!

[@michaelkilpatrick3076]

I got that FatBoy I believe it is called and I would put that thing up against any comparable saw in length and maybe against some that is longer. Them are some cutting hand saws brother and yes they are sharp. I ended up in the emergency room after trimming some limbs back and got my hand in the way. That is for sure a sharp saw. I don't think that Laplander could stand against that Silky. I would put that Silky up against it anytime. Great post!! Very good looking saw! I wasn't aware they made one that large. I will of sure be saving for one!! Thanks brother! Have a bless day!!

[@carlkrebs1]

YES , that silky file WILL sharpen the katana boy 500 or 650 saw blades . I have two 650's with 2 extra blades for each saw and a file per saw too . Definetly can be handfiled . Steels tough in em , but they will file sharp again . When they first came on the retail market I bought one for $143.99 & extra first blade for $59.99 . 3 weeks later I bought saw no. 2 and the files , plus 4 more blades . It's a good thing I did because a month later they shot up in price , fassssttt .ive had ZERO probs out of these saws and I've used the hell out of em ! I keep em sharp , oiled and their good to go . We use em bushcrafting , camping , hunting , and a lot of other projects . I took one down to Houston , tx since Harvey hit . Had a thug want my damn saw . Pulled up my jkt and told him , which one , shot up , or cut up . He walked away . Lol .

[@StanFaryna]

Lonnie, I ordered a Silky Bigboy after watching your video. Living in the city, I don't cut firewood or trees, but I do prune trees in the yard.

[@joeclay3288]

Thank you... I noticed on the packaging when it finally came in, that you are correct. The Silky 650mm can be sharpened with a special file

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Thanks for that feedback. That is good to know. I also heard directly from Big Bear Tools who is a major Canadian distributor for Silky's. He verified what you just said.

[@thealabamabushcrafter6861]

Excellent review, you should be their poster boy for their saws. They really are the best hand saws in the world !

[@ImASurvivorNThriver]

GREAT ITEM! Looks like it's worth it's weight in GOLD. Thanks for sharing Lonnie.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+imasurvivornthriver It has been a great saw for me that am very thankful that I have. You are welcome and thank you for watching.

[@paganoutdoors3193]

Lonnie, that is a beast of a saw and the flute music is entrancing, awesome sound, cheers from across the pond.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Craig Twiner There has been a lot of interest in my home made PVC flute and it's music. Many people have asked for a video demonstrating how to make the flute so I will do that some time this winter. Atb to you across the pond from Alaska USA

[@iamcanadican750]

I need one of these. As a carpenter I've used hand pull saws before. Hands down the ergonomics was better. The Japanese are hard to beat when they produce a quality blade of any kind.

[@garyfranklin7747]

Very instructive and well-produced video. I purchased the saw about a month ago. According to literature that came with the saw, the teeth can be sharpened. I haven't used saw much--mostly on downed white pine. Up to 15" diameter pine, saw easily goes thru. Greater diameter can lead to some pinching of saw, depending on various factors, e.g.: (a) if trunk flush to ground; (b) if trunk on incline and steepness of incline; and (c) how much trunk is left to cut. Plenty of people have much more experience in this area than I do and I'm sure they know the best workarounds.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

You may already know this but for those that do not know, on a log with an end that is supported in such a way as to cause binding, you can make a thin wedge to drive into the top of your saw cut once you are deep enough in the cut to allow doing so. What that will accomplish is to keep the saw cut forced open and prevent binding. If your log is supported on both ends but not in the region where you are cutting, the saw cut will allow the log to sag there once the cut is deep enough to to do so. By driving a wedge into the cut, you are preventing the log from sagging.

[@garyfranklin7747]

@@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival I haven't tried that approach yet, but will do so on a couple of other downed trunks that are on my to-do list. Thanks very much. I only became aware of your videos a few weeks ago and have learned a lot and expect to continue doing so. Thanks again.

[@dougLinker]

great review! I have had the 500 in my "shopping cart" a few times but always chicken out as I'm afraid I will break the blade like I have many times with the smaller Silkys. I realize it's my fault for being rammy and always in a rush but as far as the flex goes on that guy did you ever bind and bend during use or have the thought of it snapping? thx for the review

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Doug Outside I have never yet had any problems with binding. However I can sure picture it happening if when sawing through a log and the log sags & pinches the saw blade. A person just has to be aware of these scenarios and operate with due caution during those times. The saw blade is quite stout. Because of the saw's extreme aggresive teeth, I find that nice slow but steady strokes are best for long term energy conservation and efficiency. Under those circumstances, it should be easy to stop yourself when the blade is binding and not go far enough to break the blade. Because of this being a pull stroke cutting blade, I don't apply that much pressure on the push stroke.

[@dougLinker]

+Far North Bushcraft And Survival awesome -thx for the reply

[@howtogetoutofbabylon8978]

they cut on the pull stroke shouldn't have to put that much pressure on the front stroke to break it

[@jamesbennett4467]

I have a boy and I love it

[@johnnyyukon7887]

Hi Lonnie, I'm glad you decided to do this review. I've been sitting on the fence about purchasing this saw, I think it's time to order myself yet another Xmas present :) I liked your comments at the end of the video, as Canadian Prepper mentioned. Well done.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Johnny Yukon Thank you. One thing about buying your own Christmas presents, you know that you will most likely enjoy the gift. lol. You can also be pretty sure it won't be socks or underwear. lol

[@johnnyyukon7887]

+Far North Bushcraft And Survival hahahahaha, awesome! :)

[@betweenfiveandseven]

The katanaboy 650 is pretty high on my wish list. My 500 performs spectacularly, and I don't actually have any reason to replace it... but 5 extra inches of those vicious, wood slicing teeth just makes me happy to consider it. Great video! Thank you!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+betweenfiveandseven That Katanaboy 500 is a great saw too I'm sure and better at transporting due to it's shorter size.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+betweenfiveandseven That Katanaboy 500 is a great saw too I'm sure and better at transporting due to it's shorter size.

[@Watchtower.S.FICI.1959]

Lonnie, Your just Phenomenal in all you do my friend. Thank You for your experience, your patience, your time and effort regardless the conditions. But most of all Lonnie Thank You for being just our friend for all of us and giving us the outdoor tools to use in any condition. Thank You Lonnie.......Thank You =)

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Scott Fici New Yorker You are very welcome and thank you for those kind words. Glad you are enjoying the videos

[@Watchtower.S.FICI.1959]

Anytime Lonnie, You ever need any help you just holler. A true friend always....Scott

[@2506INF]

Good review, Lonnie. First thing I noticed right away was that the teeth are totally enclosed in the handle when folded - thus cannot bite - as opposed to the Big Boy that leaves teeth partially exposed when folded (use the two transparent safety shields on the teeth when folding the Big Boy).

[@daltonvickers7977]

That is one whopper of a saw. It looks extremely capable and well built and thought out. It made easy work out of that log. I am impressed with that saw. Thank you for the review

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+dalton vickers You are welcome my friend and than k you for watching and for the comment. This saw has sure won my favor for sure.

[@Wintertrekker]

Yes, what a saw! Seen and used it at a Symposium, but don't own one....yet! Thanks for the link to Big Bear Tools. I did not know about them here in Canada.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Wintertrekker I don't have much experience with Big Bear Tools other than this saw but "Canadian Prepper" highly recommends them. Atb my friend

[@highbrownboots]

You're one of just a few people I'd bother to watch do a product review Lonnie. I'll be curious how it goes when its time to sharpen. A file might skip right over those hardened teeth. Looks like a great replacement and bucksaws will be fewer and fewer! Thanks for sharing, always good to hear from you.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+highbrownboots You are welcome. Thank you for the encouraging endorsement. Yes the teeth are harder than a standard file. I'm told that a diamond file should be suitable for sharpening the teeth though I have not tried it myself.

[@jackpinesavage1628]

A few weeks ago I got Silky Katanaboy 650 via Amazon. It is much lighter than using a chainsaw for cutting the limbs off downed trees. It runs through limbs like a hot knife through butter. I've subscribed to your channel.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Welcome to the channel Stephen. Glad to have you here.

[@jackpinesavage1628]

Beautiful country you've got up there, Lonnie. I've always dreamed of visiting Alaska. I live in a 48 year old white cedar log cabin about two miles from the AuSable River in Northeast Michigan. I turn 62 on the 26th of this month. Since I was a young man, I've always enjoyed camping. Glad I found your channel. Kind regards from Michigan.

[@gcruishank9663]

The 650 is a beast! I have the 500 and it cuts great too. They are amazing saws.

[@pjculbertson55]

Hi Lonnie, I'm really liking the flute music intro and background. When you first introduced it, several of us asked for a video on how to make one. Could you please put that video on the list to do soon?

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+pjculbertson55 Thank you. I will move this request up in priority and make a greater effort to get it done. I believe that this is the most requested "to-do" video that I have ever received in the history of my channel. I would rather be out in the woods than in my shop but I will make this one a high priority.

[@TuckerSP2011]

+Far North Bushcraft And Survival Thanks Lonnie, I am really looking forward to that tutorial.

[@dazinthesticks]

Nice in depth honest review Lonnie,looks like the saw will last a long time. Thanks for inviting us by. Atb Darren

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Darren Roberts Thank you Darren. You are welcome. Atb to you and yours as well.

[@ArtMorte]

That is a sweet piece of equipment. Maybe just a tiny bit longer than I'd like to carry, but clearly very efficient!

[@Bigbeartools]

Hey Far North, This is a great vid! One thing... Katanaboy actually CAN be sharpened since the teeth are not impulse hardened. Thanks friend, Paul from Big Bear Tools

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Thanks Paul for clearing that up. I have been getting a lot of questions on that.

[@jthode1]

Even the hardened saws similar to this can be sharpened. Use a diamond hone and hone the top "flat" part of the tooth.

[@spudrubble]

Did some looking and they offer some smaller sizes as well. The 650 stands for 650mm, they offer a 500 as well 19.7" long blade that folds too in case people are looking for a bit smaller. Pretty neat, thank you.

[@woodlandsnorth]

That saw is almost taller than you are! Nice review, great saw for processing large wood.

[@TheLightningGate]

Most excellent review, Lonnie. Most excellent. I have a Silky Gomboy, and it cuts effortlessly.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+TheLightningGate I can see after using this saw that it would be great to have a small Silky saw for the smaller jobs as well. I have seen a lot of good opinions on that Gomboy saw.

[@tonyeden8381]

Hey Lonnie excellent review on this awesome Silky tool.......I came across it a few months ago on Canadian preppers review........I have the size down and it's unbelievable how fast and how thick a log it can destroy........these tools truly are a viable replacement for a chainsaw 👍

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Tony Eden Thank you. Yeah that Katanaboy 500 ( assuming that is the one you have) would also be an awesome saw i'm sure.

[@tonyeden8381]

That's the one .......even the small ones like the pocketboy are awesome 👍

[@treecareEdm]

As a grounds man and arborist in training for a local arbor co., I own 2 Silky hand saws and use them for pruning and removals and have found this saw to be absolutely incredible and very sharp. I can literally cut through 1' thick branches in a single pull.. Thank you Silky...

[@TuckerSP2011]

Excellent demonstration Lonnie. You really covered it all in regards to this product.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+TuckerSP2011 Thanks my friend. Glad you liked the video. I usually feel that others do so much better than I do when it comes to product reviews.

[@paulhoy]

Always real. Always helpful. Thanks, Lonnie.

[@tallcedars2310]

Awesome review and have to say an awesome saw. After watching your review of what looked like a really great saw, we purchased two Silky saws, the 500 for bucking and a 2000 for limbing. Had not heard of them before and am very glad you decided to go ahead with showing the product as hese saws are amazing to say the least. We like to burn some spruce to heat the house but have avoided too much of it due to the limbing. Will now be able to easily limb and use either the 500 or chainsaw for bucking downed spruce near our home. Looking forward to cleaning up those spruce, cheers!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

I am glad that you are pleased with your silky saws. I know I sure am with mine. My wife and i recently spent two and a half weeks out at our cabin and I frequently used both my katanaboy 650 as well as my bigboy 2000. I needed to clear the trail both going into the cabin as well as coming out and frequent other uses as well while there. Great saws

[@tallcedars2310]

They sure are. Makes our outings far more enjoyable without the chainsaw noise, and no more keeping our fingers crossed it starts, lol. Takes the stress right out of trail riding actually:)

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Loney, Good Job, I'm thinking of getting the Katana of 500, I do have the Big'B of 2000 and the Bob's Buck Saw when I need something bigger, But that Katanaboy 500 seems to be big enough for my woods. Thanx for sharing. and nice to see you again.

[@paulie4x1]

Actually I changed my mind and got a better Buck Saw than the Drustrude Saw, I got the Agawa Canyon 21 Boreal Saw. But Lonnie check out the EZ KUT WOW Folding Saw. It's only a 10" Folding Saw. But the way the Teeth are arranged it's 1, 2 3 and your through. Yeah, It's a back stroke so it takes getting to the rhythm, but no biggie. Yeah, it might be small but it's the fastest Folding Saw.,,. p

[@canesser1]

That is amazing Lonnie, thanks for the review, I really like this option over carrying my chainsaw for the occasional fallen tree on our ATV trails, ideal for that application not to mention an excellent camp saw for preparing the large 2 and 3 log all night fires you showed us.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Canesser You are welcome and thank you for watching. The Silky saws are very popular with trail clearing crews judging from reading forum posts on the web concerning Silky saws. As stated in the video, that will also be one of my main uses for this saw. We have quite a few overland miles to go when riding the snowmachines into our cabin and we never know what to expect as far as tree blowdowns.

[@yahman21]

Awesome review Lonnie. I ordered mine straight from Japan because I couldn't find one in America. Man, the replacement blades are expensive so I'm hoping we find out what can sharpen these things. This saw works very slick and I feel more secure having it with me in the woods. Thanks for the review, you are the reason I own the 650!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

I just recently also acquired the Silky Bigboy 2000 XL. That saw instantly replaced my bahco laplander as my favorite pack saw.

[@ascaye]

I will look into buying one. My surroundings are a little different here in Central Florida. It doesn't hurt to be prepared.

[@lecturer09]

This is a serious piece of kit. It looks a bit cumbersome to me but as you say its advantage is considerable over a mechanical chain saw. It also looks fairly easy to operate and is fairly portable for its size. It also appears to be fairly good value for money. Good review and technique. Thanks for sharing.

[@187WCB]

The Gomboy is also fantastic for bushcraft use. Worth every dollar. Started off with a cheap Sierra and it didn't last very long.

[@BigDaddy-jo8ig]

Iv got the katonboy. 650 and the big boy 2000. Saws now.. i love both of them thanks for the help man

[@johnburgin7478]

Nice saw . I rough timed your cut at less than 30 seconds. That’s moving some material in a short time . Thanks for the video. Y’all have a great New Year

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

This was a dead dry tree that had begun to decompose so was not as durable of wood as a fresh green wood. The saw does cut well though in terms of hand saws.

[@iam64lobo]

Still love watching your videos ! Good stuff.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Thank you much!

[@biggles1024]

That is one heck of a saw. A Samurai sword is what I was thinking of when your first unfolded it. I hope you receive and answer to your email with regard to the special file. I know that the handsaws that I started using for my work as a carpenter with their hardened teeth can't be sharpened. They were convenient for a time, but I really didn't like having to throw them away and buy another once they were blunt and so I went back to my old faithful saws and I sharpen and set them as required. Cheers, Mark.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+biggles1024 Several commenters here have suggested that the file may be a diamond impregnated file and if so could then be used to sharpen these teeth. Makes sense if so.

[@robbabcock_]

Sweet! I have the 500mm KB but really would like to get the 650 or the new 1000 if it's for sale now.

[@DK-jd8bj]

best purchase I've ever made. love this saw. great companion to my pocketboy and sugowaza silkys.

[@gonetoheck]

So... I watched your video and commented a year ago... and finally decided that I prefer the performance of hand saws much over axes (though I like the look and feel of axes more)... as hand saws are so much quieter / stealthy for the projects and the locations I plan to be cutting wood at. A year ago I wasn't sure I really needed a big bad saw. But now I am... the 650 should be arriving in about a week from Amazon.com . I have a large chainsaw as well... but it and all it's accessories don't fit into a backpack... and it's so dang noisy, has a shorter reach, doesn't give me as much aerobic exercise, and requires safety glasses while using. I hope other dudes won't think I'm overcompensating for something due to my opting for such a large tool :D (I feel the price is justified since it still costs less than some custom knives as well as my chainsaw) Thanks again for posting this vid and clueing us in on a very fine tool... a tool we just don't find at our local hardware stores, Brad

[@downeastprimitiveskills7688]

Nice review. I'm a Silky user and fan. From my experience, the blades are breakable, it is up to the user to keep them from breaking. If you can get a file that would cut/sharpen the hardened teeth you still need to jump the hurdle of the three angles applied to the teeth and get it right. The down fall of these saws is the complication in sharpening. The blade is almost throw away, you can send them out, I never have, I'm still on my original Katanaboy blade, it only gets used for specific cuts in my timber framing work. I have gone through a bunch of Bigboy blades. The Katanaboy has a wider kerf due to the extra thickness of the blade, compared to the Silky Bigboy or one of the Pocket variety. This extra thickness causes you to work more to pull the saw through the cut, you will feel in it your breathing. What I have found is the thinner blades cut just as fast with less effort. Still there is not doubt that on big wood the Katanaboy is the way to go. It may be too much saw for small wood. I also don't discount the bow saw. The blades are cheaper, it can be used in a couple way to process smaller wood, and fast. Still the blades are not sharpenable. Here is a way the bow saw out shines folding saws. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3-moISDrNKWpJI

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+downeast primitive skills So far I have not had any issues of binding. I would guess that that would be the most common way that the blades get broke, ie trying to push when the blade is bound. I have watched a KZbin video on sharpening these type teeth and it did not look too intimidating. Of course everything looks easier when a professional does it. I agree that the Katanaboy 650 is primarily for big wood. It very easily cuts the small wood as well but is too much saw to transport and handle if all you are going to use it for is small wood. A smaller saw would be much handier for predominantly small wood. The Katanaboy 650 could still be used in the fashion that you used the bowsaw I believe. Place the tip of the blade on the ground. Release the lock and bend the handle roughly 90 degrees to the blade and then place handle on the ground as well. Now kneel and straddle the handle and place your chest against the handle-blade joint. saw away. Might or might not work

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+downeast primitive skills I was picturing the blade folding the opposite way from the way that it actually bends so the way I discribed may not work so well as I thought. Your idea however of laying the handle parrelel on the ground with the semi folded blade up might work if you could figure some way of holding the saw down. Either way it just would not work as well as the bowsaw technique you showed I think

[@downeastprimitiveskills7688]

+Far North Bushcraft And Survival Maybe a stick either rip sawn or split at the top to steady the blade. Mostly to hold the blade steady to some degree, the cut would have to be in the pull direction. I will have to update with another version. Got the wheels spinning.

[@JayMS916]

With a beard like that, you know you're in good hands.

[@tomm2812]

Lonnie, Great review for someone who doesn't do reviews. Question...how much does an additional saw blade cost? After opening does the black locking knob screw back down to hold lock in place? Also does the black locking screw come all the way out? Sure thing if so it looks like a part I would need to have a couple extra on hand for those I lose. It is way quieter than a chain saw ... keeps the ambience of the forest. Also while apparently sharp a slip would probably not take ones leg off like a chainsaw might. As you said good to clean ones way downstream, I might get one for canoeing. My grandfather and greatgranddad having been lumbejacks would have loved this saw. Best

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Tom M Thank you. Right off hand I don't know the cost of an extra blade without looking it up on line but they are expensive as well. It would still be worth it to have a spare if this saw is used long term with no chainsaws being usable.

[@craigrock8444]

I'm with you Lonnie!! I'm getting one as soon as I can. The biggest complaint I've heard about silky is the fact that the blades go dull, can't be sharpened and are prone to bending or breaking. The new replacement blades are very expensive. Damn near as much as buying a whole new saw. But if they have indeed solved this issue on the Katana..that's s huge win for us and them as a company! Please do a follow up vid when you hear back. Either way I still feel their products are worth the investment. I watched Canadian Preppers review on these saws before I ever saw this video

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

I have not tried sharpening yet personally but have been told that it can be done using Silky's own diamond file. The Silky saws are no more prone to bend than other folders that I have used. I use the Silky Bigboy 2000 a lot and am still on the original blade and don't yet feel a need to sharpen. The blades will bend if they get in a bind and one is not being careful. I have had it happen to me every once in a while but the blade has not retained any of the bend once released, at least so far. It is always factory straight afterwards. I have had this Bigboy for perhaps two years now and love it.

[@craigrock8444]

@@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival That's awesome to hear Lonnie! I was speaking of reviews and comments I had heard from other channels. That's a great endorsement and encouraging! Thank you!! Craig..Mn

[@whopua]

Thanks for the heads up about possible customer service issues!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+whopua You are welcome. I have a problem with being ignored or considered not important enough to bother with.

[@marcjulien7108]

I got a Silky pocketboy (Mec.ca in Canada) for around 35$ cad(I think). Love the saw for a lightweight hiking option and has the teeth cutting on pull as well. Very impressed everytime ive played with it! Glad you got the Cadillac version! haha

[@jamesaritchie2]

In my opinion, the Silky is better than the Laplander in every way. You have several sizes to choose from with Silky, and each size comes with a choice of small, medium, or large teeth. And the backstroke cuts better. This is one area where the Japanese really know what they're doing.

[@Taromovies]

Nice tool my friend, thanks for sharing your opinion about the future, take care and have a great weekend, Taro

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Taromovies Swiss Bushcraft Thank you and you are welcome. You have a great weekend as well my friend.

[@Dutch_Prepper]

+Taromovies Swiss Bushcraft Ahhhh .... My two favourite bushcraft video creators communicating together :o) I actually bought my Felco 600 saw after seeing it in Taro's videos. This Silky one has my interest now as well.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+Dutch Prepper Taromovies Swiss Bushcraft does put out some great videos and I can easily see why he is a favorite of yours.

[@Taromovies]

+Far North Bushcraft And Survival Thank so much to you both for your kind words and i agree with Dutch Prepper Far North Bushcraft and Survival is also one of my favorite!!!! wish you a great week, Taro

[@62sugarbear]

I had some Japanese woodworking kit a while back. I was told when I bought it that Japanese Saws got away with the thinner blades because they typically cut on the pull stroke.

[@rowdyroddy2895]

That's is quite the impressive saw. It ain't cheap but it weights a lot less that a chain saw. Weight is the name of the game when out in the bush. Thanks for posting this sir.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+RowdyRoddy You are welcome. I agree with all you said here.

[@johnossendorf9979]

I love my Silky saws, Gomboy 210, Bigboy 360 and GENKI Temagari 500. I bought the GT500 for many reasons. It's more compact in use then the KB500, possible lack of gas and oil, ease to carry. super ease to keep in my truck, no ear plugs and much safer then a chainsaw. The GT500 is a beast of a hand saw. Now the question is, do I need a bigger beast?

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

+John Ossendorf Sounds like you have quite a collection there. This is my first but I'm sold on them now.

[@johnossendorf9979]

The Gomboy 210 was the first and is over 10 years old, and still going strong on the original blade. I'v had a replacement blade on the shelf for about 3 or 4 years but no need for it yet. The Bigboy 360 is about 3 or 4 years old and I'v had the Genki Temagari 500 for about 2. The cleaner the wood you cut the longer these saws will stay sharp, but I'm probably preaching to the choir.

[@bahototh]

Very nice and informative! How does it work on fresh pine and softer, resinous woods?

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

I have only used it on dead wood but it works fine on dead spruce. It is not as fast cutting through it as it is on this poplar in the video but it still cuts fine