mark_smith59•2mo agoMost Upvoted

Tried a Silky Gomtaro vs my old folding saw on a big oak limb last week

I've used the same folding saw for years, but a buddy let me borrow his Silky Gomtaro 300. The difference in the cut was crazy. The Silky just zipped through a 6-inch diameter limb with way less effort and a much cleaner finish. I was skeptical about the price tag, but after that one job, I'm starting to see why people swear by them. For those who have made the switch, was it a game changer for you too, or are there other brands you like better?

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anthonyhunt2mo ago

Ever think about how much sawdust you're breathing in with the faster cut?

oliver_anderson2mo ago

My dad cut wood for forty years without a mask and never complained. I get what @king.aaron is saying, but for a few limbs a year it seems like overkill. The fresh air is part of the job for me.

king.aaron2mo ago

My arborist friend swears by wearing a basic dust mask with his Silky, says it makes a real difference.

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