- General purpose folding saw with an 8-inch blade, 7 teeth per inch, for cutting both green and dry wood, plastic, or bone.
- XT Toothing, 7 TPI. Blade is specially coated for rust protection and low friction.
- Two-component plastic handle for perfect grip, with leather strap.
- Specially designed for wildlife enthusiasts, hunters, and campers
- Equipped with safety lock for both lock-in and lock-out
The Bahco 9-inch Laplander folding saw has seven teeth per inch and is a general-purpose folding saw for cutting both green and dry wood, plastic, or bone. This saw is specially designed for wildlife enthusiasts, hunters, and campers. The blade is specially coated for rust protection and low friction. The handle is a two-component plastic handle for perfect grip, complete with a leather strap. This saw features a safety lock, which also locks when folded.
By Jmoney
I bought this saw for backpacking so I could process wood for fire. This thing cut through the wood like a knife cutting through butter. It is very light and compact, which is anyone who backpacks loves tools that weigh virtually nothing yet gives great performance. This saw is a must have for any backpacker or bushcrafter.
By captbrian
This knife is made by Mora, for Bahco (Snap-On Tools). It is not a 'copy', it is a Mora, branded for Bahco. If you like Moras, then you will not be disappointed with this version. At $10 I had to jump on this deal and pickup 2 (I shoulda got more!). I now have 6 versions of the Moras and love them, and I now know why there are so many Mora fans. These knives outperform their price-point by a long, long shot.
just FYI: Bahco also makes a superior (infamous) folding saw, the Laplander 396 if you haven't heard of those, and you happen to be in the market for a folding saw
just FYI: Bahco also makes a superior (infamous) folding saw, the Laplander 396 if you haven't heard of those, and you happen to be in the market for a folding saw
By Tyler K. Smith
I'll write this review in the same format as I write my knife reviews. I absolutely love this saw, it is definitely the premier foresting saw on the market right now in both quality and price. I find it really hard to compare this folding saw to others because well, other saws don't compare.
Pros:
Price, the only way to match this saw is to pay twice as much (and the 396-Lap will still probably win)
Cuts on both push and pull of blade unlike most bargain saws that only cut on pulls
The safety on the saw is a necessity, the safety is extremely tight and won't close (or even open!) without the depression of the safety
Cuts like a champ, I just cut through a 7 inch diameter tree in 45 seconds... a real screw you to axes and machetes everywhere
Smooth woodcutting with minimal blade catches or sticks
Ultra light weight
Durable
Comfortable
Easily fits in my tac-vest
Cons:
The blade is significantly thinner than handle it folds into giving it a slight loose feeling while folded
Leather wrist strap... I'm not a fan of any leather wrist strap, I prefer nylon but others could like leather
No foresting tool should be ALL GREEN because if you drop it in the woods you won't find it! please wrap some orange tape on the saw handle before you bring it anywhere
Why pay 30 dollars for a saw as opposed to the usual folding saw that costs 15-20? Because all other folding saws are garbage, this is literally the only folding saw I've used that wasn't more trouble than it was worth (its actually quite the contrary, I can't live without this tool). Don't try to look for a better folding saw because you won't find one, you won't even come close!
EDIT- seeing how I have never used a silky, i would like to clarify my statement... this saw is hands down better than the saws you will find in hardware stores, however if you buy a silky you will probably be equally satisfied.
Pros:
Price, the only way to match this saw is to pay twice as much (and the 396-Lap will still probably win)
Cuts on both push and pull of blade unlike most bargain saws that only cut on pulls
The safety on the saw is a necessity, the safety is extremely tight and won't close (or even open!) without the depression of the safety
Cuts like a champ, I just cut through a 7 inch diameter tree in 45 seconds... a real screw you to axes and machetes everywhere
Smooth woodcutting with minimal blade catches or sticks
Ultra light weight
Durable
Comfortable
Easily fits in my tac-vest
Cons:
The blade is significantly thinner than handle it folds into giving it a slight loose feeling while folded
Leather wrist strap... I'm not a fan of any leather wrist strap, I prefer nylon but others could like leather
No foresting tool should be ALL GREEN because if you drop it in the woods you won't find it! please wrap some orange tape on the saw handle before you bring it anywhere
Why pay 30 dollars for a saw as opposed to the usual folding saw that costs 15-20? Because all other folding saws are garbage, this is literally the only folding saw I've used that wasn't more trouble than it was worth (its actually quite the contrary, I can't live without this tool). Don't try to look for a better folding saw because you won't find one, you won't even come close!
EDIT- seeing how I have never used a silky, i would like to clarify my statement... this saw is hands down better than the saws you will find in hardware stores, however if you buy a silky you will probably be equally satisfied.
By Carl D. Mcnair
This BAHCO 2444 Carpenter Mora Multi Purpose Knife has a 4 inch polished stainless steel,very sharp, blade and about 4 1/2 inch handle area that is nice and grippy. It is ORANGE,not red as in the photos,must be a lighting thing,and the sheath is very protective with a bottom drain and positive snap fit for the knife, ALSO it has the belt-pocket clip that can be put on without loosening the belt and still has the original BUTTON clip for over-all buttons as on other MORA knife sheaths.
By Nick the Knife
This is basically the stainless steel Mora clipper. It's hard to beat for what you get at this price. Comes extremely sharp with a Scandi grind. As with the Moras the spine is rough finished, no big deal at this price. This lightweight knife will take a lot of hard use and will surprise you with its durability, The sheath is utilitarian, but does the job just fine. Everyone needs a Mora.
By S. Karl
Took this saw backpacking with me along Pictured Rocks National Lake Shore and it was a great help. I was surprised to find downed wood at the only campsite we were allowed to have a fire at but this saw performed flawlessly.
It cut through 2-3" branches in no time at all. 4" branches took just a bit of time. I did manage to get a 6-8" log cut but that took a solid 5 minutes for me to go through(had to take a break lol - in all fairness this was at the end of the day which included a 9 mile hike with a 50lb pack). The guy that cut the 7" log in 45 seconds...he must be a cyborg or something or else the wood he was cutting was extremely soft. Then again, I was cutting through a downed maple tree that was good and dry.
I especially like how the blade's teeth are aggressively cut and I like that the saw cuts in both the push and pull directions. Other pruning saws only cut in the pull direction(which reduces the chance of bending the saw and also allows for a finer cut finish -ideal for pruning, but not so much for stroke efficiency.)
I love that the blade locks into the handle and also into the open position. I have not had any trouble with the blade unlocking at inopportune moments but I've really only used this saw one day.
The rubber grip on the handle is excellent and comfortable and the longer handle provides room for any size hand and position. You can almost use two hands on it.(Probably could if you have small hands but I have quite large hands - usually XL or XXL in gloves)
The only thing you need to watch out for with this saw is BENDING THE BLADE. The blade is thin to make it lightweight and also to make cutting easier but if you happen to stray off center in a push-cut then you can bend it fairly easily if you're not paying attention. I didn't have a problem with it, but I can definitely see it happening.
I'm also not a fan of the leather strap on a plastic & rubber handled tool. It just feels out of place not to mention that it's fairly dry and doesn't feel like it will hold up that long. I've already replaced it with some bright neon green para-cord to aid in finding the tool if dropped. It IS a very dark green/black handle/blade and blends in easily with ground cover.
Now if I can just find replacement blades for this saw(not that I need one now, but it'd be nice to know they're available if anything ever happens to this one) then this would be the ULTIMATE lightweight pack saw.
All in all this a great saw that merits the extra initial expense.
UPDATE ON COMMENT QUESTIONS(2-21-2012):Hmmm... I don't have a kitchen scale to give you oz/grams but a little googling for "bahco laplander" brought up a few reviews(brian green / brian's backpacking blog) and some video reviews on you tube. According to "Brian" it's 6.4oz!
In my experience: it's lightweight for its size, the blade is only about 1mm thick maybe a hair more so it limits the amount of steel, and it's slightly heavier than my 2-3" pocket knives(with aluminum handles and steel liners) but way lighter than my SOG B61 Multi-tool(iron brick lol). I just compared it to an empty nalgene bottle(32oz/1 liter size) without the cap on and the saw felt slightly heavier. More googling (backpack gear test)and I find that a review lists the 32oz Nalgene bottle with CAP was measured at 6.2oz. So that makes sense to me.
If you would rather have grams, there's always google.
The bottom line is this: If you're going to be backpacking and heavily dependent on wood fires - it's a life saver. IF you're mostly using stoves in the summer you could go without it. In the winter though - I'd carry this and a hatchet but I live in the wooded north or Michigan.
It cut through 2-3" branches in no time at all. 4" branches took just a bit of time. I did manage to get a 6-8" log cut but that took a solid 5 minutes for me to go through(had to take a break lol - in all fairness this was at the end of the day which included a 9 mile hike with a 50lb pack). The guy that cut the 7" log in 45 seconds...he must be a cyborg or something or else the wood he was cutting was extremely soft. Then again, I was cutting through a downed maple tree that was good and dry.
I especially like how the blade's teeth are aggressively cut and I like that the saw cuts in both the push and pull directions. Other pruning saws only cut in the pull direction(which reduces the chance of bending the saw and also allows for a finer cut finish -ideal for pruning, but not so much for stroke efficiency.)
I love that the blade locks into the handle and also into the open position. I have not had any trouble with the blade unlocking at inopportune moments but I've really only used this saw one day.
The rubber grip on the handle is excellent and comfortable and the longer handle provides room for any size hand and position. You can almost use two hands on it.(Probably could if you have small hands but I have quite large hands - usually XL or XXL in gloves)
The only thing you need to watch out for with this saw is BENDING THE BLADE. The blade is thin to make it lightweight and also to make cutting easier but if you happen to stray off center in a push-cut then you can bend it fairly easily if you're not paying attention. I didn't have a problem with it, but I can definitely see it happening.
I'm also not a fan of the leather strap on a plastic & rubber handled tool. It just feels out of place not to mention that it's fairly dry and doesn't feel like it will hold up that long. I've already replaced it with some bright neon green para-cord to aid in finding the tool if dropped. It IS a very dark green/black handle/blade and blends in easily with ground cover.
Now if I can just find replacement blades for this saw(not that I need one now, but it'd be nice to know they're available if anything ever happens to this one) then this would be the ULTIMATE lightweight pack saw.
All in all this a great saw that merits the extra initial expense.
UPDATE ON COMMENT QUESTIONS(2-21-2012):Hmmm... I don't have a kitchen scale to give you oz/grams but a little googling for "bahco laplander" brought up a few reviews(brian green / brian's backpacking blog) and some video reviews on you tube. According to "Brian" it's 6.4oz!
In my experience: it's lightweight for its size, the blade is only about 1mm thick maybe a hair more so it limits the amount of steel, and it's slightly heavier than my 2-3" pocket knives(with aluminum handles and steel liners) but way lighter than my SOG B61 Multi-tool(iron brick lol). I just compared it to an empty nalgene bottle(32oz/1 liter size) without the cap on and the saw felt slightly heavier. More googling (backpack gear test)and I find that a review lists the 32oz Nalgene bottle with CAP was measured at 6.2oz. So that makes sense to me.
If you would rather have grams, there's always google.
The bottom line is this: If you're going to be backpacking and heavily dependent on wood fires - it's a life saver. IF you're mostly using stoves in the summer you could go without it. In the winter though - I'd carry this and a hatchet but I live in the wooded north or Michigan.
By Charles Jost
Made in Sweden. Cuts very well. Use mine to cut limbs from trees deer hunting. Locks open and closed. It does not include a sheath. I bought this one and it fits like a glove. Corona AC 4510 Nylon Scabbard with Sharpener Pocket https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00221Q3D8/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_gkjOub0NW9WMA Even the paint on this saw is great. It does not even have a mark after sawing many limbs. That's shocking.
By Chris
I don't do a lot of reviews but I am thoroughly impressed with this combo. I was not in the market for a knife but the price was right so I took a chance. I had decided on the saw well before finding it here and let me tell you it did not disappoint. I used it to prune some growth off of the lower section of my oak trees, because I don't like being on a ladder with a chainsaw going, and the saw performed excellent. With what seemed like only a few strokes I was through the oak branches. It worked so well I even used the saw to break them down further into more manageable pieces. The saw is great and all reviews saying so were correct. Now the knife. Like I said I was not in the market for one but I went ahead and got the combo figuring "can you really have enough knives". It is Stainless (or at least mine is) so I decided to add it to my camping gear for a food only knife. Went camping a few weeks back and this thing was great. Razor sharp out of the box, well used during the trip and still just as sharp so I am happy with its ability to hold its edge and the knife itself seems very well built. Overall I am very pleased. Only thing I would like better, and this is my personal preference, would be if the saw was Orange like the knife. I can see it being easy to lose in its current state of green and I hate painting tools just so I wont lose them in the woods and it makes them look like...........well it makes them ugly.
By C Mikles
I was first introduced to the Bahco Laplander by Wranglerstar on his YouTube channel. He always seemed to have it stowed in his back pocket when needed. The idea was always put on the back burner because I usually carry a hatchet or tomahawk with me when I'm out in the woods. I finally decided to take the plunge and buy one, and for about $8 more you can get a nice (Mora) knife.
Laplander Saw:
This is a pocket saw. No it won't fell anything large, but for basic work around the farm or on the trail it is gold. The saw's handle is black plastic with an OD green overmold that feels like Santoprene. It is slightly grippy, bit not quishy or sticky. It has a gentle downward curve that helps to keep the blade in contact with the cutting material on the pull stroke. I learned this from the curved blade on my pole saw. There is a push button lock that must be depressed to open and close the blade. From what i can see, it is a small button lock. It doesn't serve much structural purpose, so don't doing any spine whacks a la Cold Steel. It does keep the blade in the position you want it, when you want it there. It also comes with a leather lanyard. The lanyard hole is large enough to accept paracord if you see fit.
The blade has aggressive teeth from the tip to the handle, to give the most cutting power for the length. The blade stock is very thin, but is strong enough for any normal use. The teeth are set outwards to make it the widest part of the blade. Great for less friction and binding. It has a thick black powdercoat that will is robust, but like any finish on hard use tools (i.e. Becker and RAT knives) it wont last forever. After about 30 min of continuous use, the outside edges of the teeth have worn to bare metal, and the blade has a noticeably shinier appearance. Again to be expected.
Knife:
If you don't have a Mora knife, get one. Buy this, and you'll have one. From all appearances and research they seem to be made by Mora Kniv of Sweden. The balde has not Mora stamp, but is a dead ringer for the companion or older clipper.
The blade is stainless steel (possibly 14C28N) with a slight drop point and a finish between satin and mirror polish. If this is your first Mora, it comes with a Scandinavian grind. This is a very popular grind that offers good cutting performance with a bevel that reaches full stock thickness 1/4 way up the blade. Scandi grinds are easy to sharpen too. Lay the entire bevel on the stone and push. It's much easier than trying to maintain a steady angle on a smaller secondary bevel on other grinds.
The handle has a matching OD green plastic base material with black santoprene overmold. You are not likely to find any hot spots after hard use with the gentle curve and slight palm swell of the handle. Mora has ergonomics figured out with these handles.
The sheath is OD green plastic. If you own a Mora, you will be very familiar with this design. If this is your first, the stock Mora sheaths do one thing; hold the knife. There is no pocket for a sharpening stone or slots for lashing it to your pack. The knife is held in place by plastic ribs inside the sheath. A drain hole is present on the bottom in case of rain or submersion. The belt clip will accept belts up to 1.5". There are hooks that keep it from pulling up when you draw the knife. There are also cutouts for installing a belt dangler or hanging on suspender buttons. Last but not lest, there is a thumb shelf to assist in popping the knife out of the plastic ribs.
Overall, whether you are a seasoned outdoorsman or a novice, this duo will place give you two excellent and indispensable in your kit for under $30.
Would highly recommend.
Laplander Saw:
This is a pocket saw. No it won't fell anything large, but for basic work around the farm or on the trail it is gold. The saw's handle is black plastic with an OD green overmold that feels like Santoprene. It is slightly grippy, bit not quishy or sticky. It has a gentle downward curve that helps to keep the blade in contact with the cutting material on the pull stroke. I learned this from the curved blade on my pole saw. There is a push button lock that must be depressed to open and close the blade. From what i can see, it is a small button lock. It doesn't serve much structural purpose, so don't doing any spine whacks a la Cold Steel. It does keep the blade in the position you want it, when you want it there. It also comes with a leather lanyard. The lanyard hole is large enough to accept paracord if you see fit.
The blade has aggressive teeth from the tip to the handle, to give the most cutting power for the length. The blade stock is very thin, but is strong enough for any normal use. The teeth are set outwards to make it the widest part of the blade. Great for less friction and binding. It has a thick black powdercoat that will is robust, but like any finish on hard use tools (i.e. Becker and RAT knives) it wont last forever. After about 30 min of continuous use, the outside edges of the teeth have worn to bare metal, and the blade has a noticeably shinier appearance. Again to be expected.
Knife:
If you don't have a Mora knife, get one. Buy this, and you'll have one. From all appearances and research they seem to be made by Mora Kniv of Sweden. The balde has not Mora stamp, but is a dead ringer for the companion or older clipper.
The blade is stainless steel (possibly 14C28N) with a slight drop point and a finish between satin and mirror polish. If this is your first Mora, it comes with a Scandinavian grind. This is a very popular grind that offers good cutting performance with a bevel that reaches full stock thickness 1/4 way up the blade. Scandi grinds are easy to sharpen too. Lay the entire bevel on the stone and push. It's much easier than trying to maintain a steady angle on a smaller secondary bevel on other grinds.
The handle has a matching OD green plastic base material with black santoprene overmold. You are not likely to find any hot spots after hard use with the gentle curve and slight palm swell of the handle. Mora has ergonomics figured out with these handles.
The sheath is OD green plastic. If you own a Mora, you will be very familiar with this design. If this is your first, the stock Mora sheaths do one thing; hold the knife. There is no pocket for a sharpening stone or slots for lashing it to your pack. The knife is held in place by plastic ribs inside the sheath. A drain hole is present on the bottom in case of rain or submersion. The belt clip will accept belts up to 1.5". There are hooks that keep it from pulling up when you draw the knife. There are also cutouts for installing a belt dangler or hanging on suspender buttons. Last but not lest, there is a thumb shelf to assist in popping the knife out of the plastic ribs.
Overall, whether you are a seasoned outdoorsman or a novice, this duo will place give you two excellent and indispensable in your kit for under $30.
Would highly recommend.
By Alex in DC
I bought two of these and installed them at the helm and the mast of my boat as safety knives. They have stood up to the elements extremely well and have been used fairly often for various tasks. Hold their edge and don't rust. Very robust construction and quality for the price.
EDIT:
I have to revise my review as I took my boat offshore and both of these knives rusted very quickly in the harsher environment. Within two weeks one of them was beyond saving and the other was about half as bad. I think salt water getting into the sheathes was more than they could take. These are not made for the purpose I put them to, and as emergency knives I bought them because they were inexpensive. So, beware that the corrosion resistance in that kind of environment is limited. I'm still pleased with them at the price, and a couple of crew members commented on super-sharp they were and favored them for cutting difficult line such as dyneema synthetic line. If I buy another pair I will be more careful of where they are placed and keep them away from the salt.
EDIT:
I have to revise my review as I took my boat offshore and both of these knives rusted very quickly in the harsher environment. Within two weeks one of them was beyond saving and the other was about half as bad. I think salt water getting into the sheathes was more than they could take. These are not made for the purpose I put them to, and as emergency knives I bought them because they were inexpensive. So, beware that the corrosion resistance in that kind of environment is limited. I'm still pleased with them at the price, and a couple of crew members commented on super-sharp they were and favored them for cutting difficult line such as dyneema synthetic line. If I buy another pair I will be more careful of where they are placed and keep them away from the salt.
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