Why I Switched To The Silky Gomboy 240

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[@F-bot]

Corporal, are you at least getting a sponsorship out of this?usually you get free products and some cash to post out a link to a good product.

[@recall5811]

I don't just do reviews on "free" gear. I also do reviews on gear that I believe works. Most of the gear on my channel I paid for. If there is no link then I don't care where you buy it from. Thanks for watching

[@recall5811]

Was I singled out and targeted or did I go to the field and test the item for myself........ big difference between watching someone and actually doing it yourself. Thanks for watching

[@TheBigBadWolf85]

Links to here on Amazon would be great

[@kingtaj]

Corporals Corner do you think the laplander would be closer in performance if it was new? I'm sure the silky would still cut faster because, well, it's a silky. Just curious how much closer it would be with a new Laplander. After a year, what do you think? Thanks for the review

[@thegreendank1]

I bought the gomboy because of this video and man, on the pull that thing eats wood for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and comes back for dessert. Thank you for your service and info OUTSTANDING.

[@JJ-JOHNSON]

Had to get one. It costs me money watching you videos, lol.

[@tleechapman6991]

Yeah lots of money 👍🏻💰

[@Socooomfy]

Thanks for the no-nonsense videos. For someone who’s transitioning from car “glamping” to learning actual survival skills and homesteading, this channel is great. Thanks for putting emphasis on the basics like the 4W’s and taking the time to show your knowledge of knots, and thoroughly explaining what you’re doing and why. No fancy editing or music, just like what it’s like in the woods. You’re a great teacher and thanks again for imparting your knowledge! Cheers from cold as hell Canada. Subscribed and hit that bell.

[@vagabondquerier9375]

Outstanding! Thanks for all the comparison cutting between the saws. As alwsy explain exterme well. Thanks for all the work.

[@WayPointSurvival]

Excellent review. I have had a Silky saw for about 12 years, now I have about four of them, I think they are the best out there. I currently use the Gomboy 240 with the curved blade, makes even more of a difference, pulls the wood right into the teeth.

[@janeeightfive7331]

Do you prefer the straight blade or the curved one?

[@paarkour83]

How many years does one blade last for you? When do you have to switch

[@shaynewilliams4482]

The difference in results was so night and day, there was no need for any additional demonstrations. Corporal Corner, you literally enrich all of our lives by just exposing us to even the smallest snapshots of your own. I'm glad your channel is growing, and we'll support you every step of the way. Thank you!

[@CameraEd1]

I've had a Gomboy in my toolkit for years. Its an excellent saw. holds up well.

[@thomasgold-1000]

Outstanding demonstration! Cutting that big log down by the creek was quite impressive... It’s gonna be my next saw for sure. Thanks for another great clip! 👍

[@DavidChouiniere]

I’ve been considering purchasing the Silky and you showed some good reasons to go ahead and get one. Thanks for showing the useful holding technique with the calf and back of quad. Very useful!

[@darvinpreece601]

Great video. The comparison between the two convinced me that I need to get a silky. I’m getting older too. Life isn’t as easy as it once was. I love all of your videos. It’s one of my favorite and trusted channels. Semper Fi

[@patoz7205]

Thank you for that review. I have the Laplander now, and have been wanting to upgrade to the Silky Saw, but was unsure of which one to get. You answered all my questions, and Now I'll be getting the Silky Gomboy 240.

[@kenk4555]

Thanks for posting this! I had been trying to figure out which folding saw to get to take with me on camping trips when I came across your video. I am extremely impressed with the quality of the Silky Gomboy.

[@adamortner7172]

That was OUTSTANDING!! Very memorable demonstration. Thanks sir.

[@MrJohnnycearley]

Wow!!! Adding to my kit. That Gomboy cut through in less than half the number strokes as the other saw. Excellent product review. Bravo.

[@feendog2711]

O,e of the most honest r eviews seen in a while. Going to have to pick one up next time i have a chance.

[@lewisward4359]

Great move. Picked up a Silky Big Boy in 2009 for working in the woodlot and around the homestead. I was really tired of saws that didn't last. After pruning apple trees in an orchard and working for a city's forestry department. I had experienced too many failures. I bought a Fanno 13" fixed saw and then theSilky Big Boy and a Silky Pocket Boy for small work. Wonderful tools. Enjoy

[@robinburkey2466]

I'm a working arborist at 61 years old. Been a silky user for many years. Best saws out there!

[@nanomaine]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I was pleasantly surprised with my first Silky’s performance, and still smile whenever I use one! They are amazing tools. Silky saws cut amazingly well, and with little effort. The cut is surprisingly smooth and straight, and you can cut very thin slices from trees. Need a coaster or wooden trivet? No problem! Silky makes many sizes of saws, with teeth from fine to extra large. My go-to saw for branches and small trees, is my BIGBOY 2000, extra-large teeth. I carry it in the Silky sheath, on a belt. It is long enough, to reach higher brances. Another BIGBOY 2000, stays in my truck - for trees blocking a road. For my Ribz front pack, I carry the lightweight Silky F180, large teeth. I just got a Katanaboy 500; that saw is a beast! The biggest tree I’ve dropped with the Katanaboy, was over a foot in diameter. And that saw is so long, you can reach high branches; one of the benefits of a folding saw. I buy direct from Japan, on eBay: best prices and worth the shipping time. You can get replacement blades, should you ever need one. Someone on KZbin, showed how tough the Laplander blade was: and indeed, it would be difficult to break. The Silkys blades can bend or break, if you don’t use proper pull-saw technique. I never have bent any of mine, but wouldn’t be surprised if I did - someday. I’d just straighten it, and keep cutting. The vastly improved cutting of the Silkys, is well worth the short time - to get used to the cutting stroke. The BIGBOY 2000’s extra-large teeth, will sometime catch on small bushes - but it was intended for larger wood. If you want a Silky for more detail oriented bushcraft chores, you may want to consider a smaller saw, with medium teeth. Best of luck!

[@denisdegamon8224]

These Silky's are outstanding. I have two of them. They cut like a hot knife through butter.

[@ianbrown7235]

Just picked one up because of this video and love it. Best saw I've ever used.

[@honey6eeman]

Significant performance difference. Thank you for your instruction and dedication to making these videos.

[@Cj12sings]

this review is just OUTSTANDING..!!!! to the point.. fantastic display of technique.. and a Great representation of both saws.. Thank you.!!!

[@SurvivalRussia]

Good video and good points made buddy :) You might want to unscrew the nut & bolt, apply a bit of grease and tighten the bolt down firmly. This will prevent the bolt from loosening up over time. It can happen. If you mostly cut softer wood then the 7.5 and 8 teeth per 30mm is great. The Ultra Accel is a great saw.

[@recall5811]

You are the man. Thanks for all you do!

[@JohnDoe-ff2fc]

Lars recently did a video w/ that suggestion about the lubrication and how not to break the saws

[@ianrfab24]

Friction points loobed last longer than threadlock. I'm not aggressive just saying.

[@trevors8577]

@@ianrfab24 Loctite keeps the nut from unscrewing. Lube keeps the pivot from binding, I use both on my silkys.

[@raamonkhan4909]

We must find a reason for Survival Russia to visit Corporal's Corner in the US ...or Corporal's Corner to visit Survival Russia in Russia ..can you imagine that.! ..what a collab.

[@adamstowing]

I just got my Gomboy in the mail today. I ordered it after watching your video. The first thing I did was go outside and try it out. This saw is outstanding. Thanks for doing the video because it saved me from wasting money on a piece of junk.

[@daphneraven9439]

Well, Corporal's Corner, that's some very, very compelling evidence, and you're the first I've ever seen use the "plumbers' vice". Thank you for both valuable lessons, as well as yet another excellent reason to love Lee Valley (where Canadians go for all things awesome, including Silkies)!

[@mlsknnr]

I watched this when you first published it. It took some time and contemplation but I ordered a Silky Gomboy 240 to test against my Bahco Laplander, I now carry the Gomboy in my pack. Thanks for the review.

[@Eric-ew8jt]

Yes I'm a Silky guy myself, 500, F180 X2, BIG Boy 2000. Great saws, that 500 man is an Ork slayer. Gotta love that impulsed hardened steel. Thanks for the video

[@darrenparkes9805]

Thanks for drawing my attention to silky saws, since watching your videos, and lowering of restrictions have jumped back into nature, so good, back into hiking but as a former gardener I had never come across silky saws as not sold in my state, will order one online next week, keep up the awesome videos, Daz. From Australia. Keep well

[@Space-Fonzo-7]

Thanks Marcus Fenix! Im forsure going to buy one of these. Im extremely new to bushcraft and outdoors in general. I cant wait to get started!

[@GeekMustHave]

Thank you very much for this video. A practical example of how well the Gomboy works, ordered one through your link, great idea. Keep Broadcasting!!

[@antonylund241]

That Silky's a weapon. I watched your video on making your own bucksaw, and am in the middle of this process. It's hard to keep up to the corporal ! Outstanding !

[@tomcatinaround]

another outstanding video. I have learned so much from this guy. being a beginner his videos are a great asset to me

[@gavinpeters6402]

Awesome review corporal, I’ve never used the silkys. Only the baco or fiskers folding saws. Everyone I know that uses silkys seem to love them. Another quality video mate. Cheers.

[@jackkoo1234]

Sir, I moved to the silky saw a while back too! I have a long way to go before I can even get near to your expertise but I am moving in the right direction. Thanks again.

[@joelauderdale5325]

TY Corp. You have helped me make up my mind on a smaller field saw.

[@carolinesmyth127]

I love the way the 240 can also lock into two positions. Great review of an awesome saw. Thanks 👍

[@vonsprague7913]

Thank you Corporal, you had me at "as I get a bit older I just want things to be easier" lol. Good video as always.

[@adamortner7172]

Very cool! I liked the plumber's vice, and the sparks from the rod and saw! Thanks, sir!

[@TKevinBlanc]

That vice technique is excellent - I learned something.. I was once holding a branch with a (leather-gloved) hand, cutting with my Silky Zubat. The saw jumped the kerf and landed on my thumb. No permanent damage, but It took an easy hour for it to stop bleeding. Silky saws are sharp.

[@thomasbayer3311]

I will be teaching the vice technique to my Scouts. Good note about the saw jumping and kicking your hand. That has happened to me on a campout. Cut kept opening up and bleeding during the trip.

[@robertgoss4842]

Another one of your superb videos. I needed that reminder about the "plumber's vice." Many thanks!

[@drewsteffen8166]

Looks awesome saw this video 2 years ago. A good hand saw boss. Thanks for your time and insight on saw , I had a Corona hand saw when I was a landscaper many years ago

[@gagetman69jeffhebert32]

Thx again great stuff as always , appreciate your time and work to help others

[@walterpalmer2749]

Conserving your all important time and energy - silky saws are a winner.

[@donaldnorth3714]

Thanks Corporal! I was just in the market for a new saw! Your review sold me!

[@jayteehee6789]

We have these here in Canada at Lee Valley. $60.00 CAD or $46.00 USD. I've carried an 18 inch bow saw since 1970 whenever in the woods. Tucked between the bottom of my pack and sleeping bag. This one looks fairly compact to carry so will get one soon and can pass it on to my grandkids in a few years. I use varsol or turpentine to clean sap off and oil with CLP. I've used similar small saws occassionaly, but this is much better. Thanks a million for taking the time to do the demo. Cheers.

[@chess135]

Master Tracker sounds like you had 1 silky in your life, and it broke.

[@daphneraven9439]

Tyvk, JayTee Hee! Much of my very best "outdoors" stuff is from there, so idk why it didn't for to me to try there 1st!

[@richardshort4587]

Could you use bees wax as a protector and lubricant ?

[@NotTheRealRustyShackleford]

Some sort of solvent is crucial for cleaning the teeth out after cutting fat wood. A brass brush like what you would use for cleaning guns is useful too...

[@1.forestrunner]

You're one of the few that with a brief explanation shows a tool is only good when the person using it knows how to use it and understand its design requirements.

[@bryansphere6359]

The Silky Gomboy is the next piece of equipment that I am getting for my bug out bag! Been putting one together. Great tool! Thanks for the info.

[@benspoliticsandnewsbencook9151]

Cool! Cnt wait to get one. Thank you for the reviews. I always learn a lot from your channel.

[@faithsrvtrip8768]

I love saws that cut on the pull! Bought a Japanese hand saw as a young carpentry / fine woodworking student. The best type of saw cuts on the pull versus the push! Love love love! I used that japanese hand saw to cut everything! Very efficient. I love a tool that is elegant and works well.

[@scottbledsoe6042]

Ive been looking for a saw best suited for me. You've sold me on the Gomboy for my pack, much like the Arcturus thermal tarp and soon to be delivered four season Ecotek sleeping pad(sleeping on the ground hurts more than it used to). Took a minute searching through comments to find which blade configuration was used in the video, but I did find it. Medium. I've watched your videos for years, found them a good way to help me expand on skills once I returned from Iraq. But this being my first time commenting. Fantastic work. Charlie Mike. Thank you for your service.

[@stuartmastroianna5642]

Gomboy is a great saw. Went with the Super Accel 21 myself. Another great saw.

[@kirkmarrie8060]

Wow! Friggin amazing saw! Gonna pick one up. Thank you for the awesome tip. YOU ROCK!!!

[@ThomasARoth]

Sir!I'm a POG, and have to admit that your tips are awesome. Thank you, Corporal!!!

[@leroydickman7696]

This totally helped me decide between these two saws. thanks brother

[@benjohnson6833]

Just ordered my one today after watching this. Thanks from Australia.

[@deathbyastonishment7930]

Hey mate, how has it faired on dry eucalyptus?

[@carlcreason2590]

Nice review. I've used a Gomboy 240 for a couple of years coppicing trees in my 'food forest.' For my money it and a Boreal 21 bow saw are the perfect 1-2 combination for light duty wood work in a camping/survival environment.

[@tonyk9722]

Super saw, super video. Sold on it. Salute out to you SIR. Thankyou,be safe out there,till next time.

[@mglennon5535]

Great clip. Great safety tips. Always learning something new from your channel. Thanks! MG

[@lordmarshall5239]

Thanks for the bracing technique for cutting. I usually use my snowmobile but I’m going have to try that 😊❤️🇺🇸❄️☃️🛷⛺️

[@2222222aaa]

Thank You for your service sir and thank you for another great review.

[@thomasbayer3311]

Ditto. I will be getting a 240.

[@danielbrown1632]

Excellent choice corporal! I did tons of research before buying my Gomboy 240. I think for the money it is the best. As a backup, J have the 10inch Corona (red), which costs about $20 give or take, depending on where purchased. It is pretty fast at cutting also, but it doesn’t measure up to the Silky Gomboy 240.

[@GrasshopperOutdoors]

I have carried a Bahco Laplander for years, they are currently from £17 to £25 in the UK, it fits in my pocket no problem. The Silky Gomboy 240 is about £40 in the UK with replacement blades at about £30. Excellent review, as I get older and want to stay outdoors I think it is time to try one out.

[@Cruzan_Camper]

Thank you, this vid sure helped me in picking out my next handsaw.

[@The_Crow_Flies]

I have been using a craftsman say for years and just purchased a silky pocketboy 170mm i am impressed with how well it works.

[@gregstarr2954]

Corporal Corner had done it again !! Gamboy 240!!! Good job!

[@buonafortuna8928]

Another good video. I like how you don't disrespect the entry-level kit.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good video and opinions Brother. Nothing beats a Silky. Ive used one for years and they still amaze me.

[@samramirez9762]

Do you have to sharpen them? If so how often?

[@bettythebutcher]

@@samramirez9762 Nope. You can't sharpen them. You replace the blade eventually. It's easy.

[@magistradox39]

You can sharpen some with a file. But not the ones hardened on the tip of the teeths. You probably could do it with a small flat diamond file. But I don't know if something like that exists. Silky Sharpening File

[@rickbattle5706]

I have the Gomboy 170. Excellent saw. Small and compact. Does the job.

[@TheHuhubaer]

Dear SIR, this is exactly my opinion! - All items you tell us, really work. This shows me, you are'nt just a movie-maker... Thank YOU for all your wonderful videos!! Great respekt, best wishes and good hunting! Hubert Gleiss & MaXL ( my loved dog, Alp. Dachsbracke ) Wegetal 1, A-3192 Hohenberg, Lower Austria

[@TACHILL]

I love the silky saws.. i have this same model that a friend sent me.. as soon as i used it i was sold as well! Another great one thats not so easy to carry but cheap and effective is the fiskars bow saw.. 10$ and cuts great!

[@zackmartin00]

Just got mine and love it! Thanks for these videos!

[@jeffharris3105]

After watching CC use the Silky 170 I was hooked.. I bought it /£32..Took it on a trip and was amazed by it's performance.. Love it. Thanks CC for making me aware of it.. Merry Christmas bro 👌 👍

[@blazewatt7111]

So i found this channel looking for a modern alice pack style pack, saw your helicon tex matilda pack review and I still use your reviews as a base line for my equipment decisions. The way you explain equipment just makes sense to me better than most. I hope things look up for your channel soon.

[@AnthonyD1986]

Ordering one right now on Amazon for $35 for my bugout / camping bag. They look like they work great. Thanks for the review Corporal.

[@EnterTheMatr1x1337]

Very good video as always, well said and conducted. Semper Fi

[@mattm5001]

Thanks for this video. I was curious about the Gomboy and was on the fence. Easy choice now.

[@arminarlert3762]

Hey corporal I am from Denmark and I am in love with your videos and I want to go to the army when I am 18 you really inspire me to think out of the box and I have learned stuff from you so thank you very very much keep up the good work

[@markomaticd4106]

Nice, concise review. I just got my Gomboy 210 today. Also comes with fitted case, great for my RV. My Dad used to say, "when you you cut your own wood, you warm yourself twice". But at my age, I want more warmth from the fire than cutting the firewood.........

[@doubleduty4743]

I will always and forever support your channel. Decent job pal.

[@texashillbilly6148]

Finally broke down and bought a Katanaboy last week. If this one's as good as that one, that's another Silky product to add to my wishlist. Thanks for the review!

[@obh7762]

I just bought one today. It gets here Tuesday. I can't wait.

[@arctodussimus6198]

Great video. I've been using a Silky Pocket 130 for a number of years now and like it a lot. I'll have to get a Gomboy 240 now, for my long-term bag.

[@zorrosish]

Will get one before my next camping adventure........Thanks Again for a great video.

[@markoss333]

Fully agree with the Silky saw. Haven’t tried the 240. I got the Gomboy 300 and was immediately impressed. I did an impromptu saw comparison on my FB with 3 other saws and it was Gomboy all the way. Thanks for the great vid.

[@KY4BDP-TinyFangorn]

These saws have been getting a lot of attention for the last couple of years. I have the Silky Accel 240, which is very similar, but with large teeth. Great saw and makes easy work of cutting firewood when camping or trimming trees in my yard. These saws are hard to beat for the price.

[@ClanGunnBushcraft]

36 years spending time in the outdoors and iv never thought to hold a log with my leg like that. Your the man Corporal! I bent my laplander last week. Lasted 5 years, so can't complain. Was guna get another laplander, but I so need one of them Silky saws. Thanks and take care brotha

[@jacksonbeagle4025]

The silky will bend/break faster then the bahco

[@luciandevoux1987]

The steven seagal of the survival world. Youve just made my mind up on my next saw. Thanks for the review and great vid

[@jduff59]

Anything that saves your back is easily worth a few extra bucks, especially for older folks like me. I can't put my back into a crappy saw and expect to keep that up during a weekend camping trip, nevermind a survival scenario. I learned way back when I was in scouts that good gear is a lifesaver, and poor gear brings a ton of misery. Thanks again for another gem. Also, the body mechanics of the plumbers vice is within the "safe zone" of body mechanics, which is worth a lot, a lifesaver to anyone with bad shoulders or backs.

[@DjClarky78]

Thanks - I've just bought one of these (arrived yesterday), but not used it yet. Good to see a comparison from someone with more experience than me. I definitely think I made the right purchase after seeing your vid. Going for a camp this weekend - looking forward to trying it out.

[@AnimusZen]

Update after using it?

[@zman92630]

I think, after watching your vids, that I'll go with this saw for my next purchase. Thanks and great video, Devil Dog.

[@mikehoward8201]

It is all in the design of the teeth. I discovered Japanese wood saws when staying with a Japanese carpenrpter's family back in 1988. World of difference! Good review!

[@bradcampbell7253]

They need to have this on the blade."The best saw blade in the world, proudly made in Japan".

[@jackg.7745]

You are correct sir. I recently and reluctantly switched out my Laplander for a Silky after trying out my friend’s Silky. The Silky is by far a superior folding saw. Now I’m thinking about getting the Big Boy 2000. You could do some serious shelter building with it and it would be much easier than using an axe. I think it’ll cut 8” to 10” logs (maybe larger) pretty easily.

[@farmtrout66]

Yep great little saw , I’ve been packing one for a couple years now 👍👍

[@jarrettadam1490]

Great saw, great vid. Also, with a Silky saw, you're able to articulate the blade past 180° to allowing for easier cutting all the way to the ground. Wasn't sure if you were aware of that feature. Carry on Corporal, Seper Fi.

[@AndrewBaines]

great review, awesome guy, awesome channel! geting a silky for the apocalypse !

[@dvig3261]

Can't argue with results like that. Good to go, cpl.

[@VistarCreative]

Great video brother! I’ve been purchasing and testing folding saws and I have a feeling I have found the last one. Just ordered it on Amazon because of your review. You earned a subscribe and notifications. Look forward to looking at more your videos.

[@felixcat9318]

That was a really good wood retention technique you used, it was very secure and as you said, it kerps the saw away from you, many thanks for sharing. I'm waiting for new stocks of the Silky Gomboy Curve Outback Saw so that I can add it to my Gransfors Bruks Mini Hatchet and Mora Companion Heavy Duty Stainless knife. The 240mm Silky works better and faster whilst burning fewer calories, which make it ideal for processing sufficient stocks of the right sized wood for tent stove and/or campfire. The Silky BigBoy 2000 Outback Saw makes an excellent pairing with a Gransfors Bruks Small Forest Axe, being compact, lightweight and extremely capable.

[@jamescathcart4776]

Wow , you make look so easy, Gomboy 240, thanks for the tip