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DC:
I'm thinking of buying a folding saw. What brand would you guys recommend? Keep in mind price and performance. I've seen the common brand names for about $20 but then I see Silkies for $50 or more. Are these premium ones really worth the extra bucks?

Pat B:
DC, it depends on how much you'll use it. Doing landscape work I had 2 different brands, both equally as good as the other. My first was a Felco and I think the other is a Svandik (sp). Both should be available at local horticultural supply or nursery supply, maybe even a big box store. They both have the Japanese style cut both-way blades, one has a trigger blade release and lock the other just folds but you can lock it open. Mine have about an 8" blade and some are 14" or so. I prefer the smaller ones. Fit easily in your pocket.

Woodely:
I had a cheap one and it snapped in 2 with little effort.

Azmdted:
I've been using a Corona 10" Razortooth from Lowes and it has handled juniper, oak, manzanita and everything else with ease.  I will say though that the tip broke off in the Juniper I was cutting.  I was moving it quick and the tree weight caught it and snapped it off.  No biggie, I didn't use that last inch and half and don't miss it.  I can't speak to longevity or pitfalls compared to a $50 one, but it's light, under $20, has a good safety latch and has cut everything I've asked it to.

PEARL DRUMS:
Cheap saws are just that. If they don't break they will hurt you, often times. The harder you have to push/pull to cut the more likely you "get it" one day. I would suggest a higher quality saw. I have a few cheap saw scars on my left hand. The difference between a $20 saw and $50-60 saw wont break most banks.

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