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The pocket chainsaw comes in an easy to carry and high quality bag that it can be stored in, which is super helpful so it isn't just sitting around in my backpack, especially after its been used as is covered in bits of tree and branch.The paracord handle is likely the most comfortable to use because of the back and forth pulling, so I'd recommend it over another the other options unless you have gloves.The blade itself is definitely sturdy and strong, but because it is only one-sided there were a couple times when it would get caught, especially towards the ends of branches when the blade would start to reach itself. Even still, it was sharp and easy enough to use that it would cut to a part where the branch or tree could easily be snapped or bent.It's not a necessity, but it is lightweight and fun to bring on a camping trip, and does its job super well! I even think about buying a second one, or maybe gifting one to my friend!

I specifically bought this saw to cut a large branch from a pine three that was around 40’ in the air. The branch turned out to be over 6” in diameter but by tying on a couple ropes to the nylon handles and working it back and forth for about 10 minutes we had the branch down successfully and with little fuss. The saw folds up small and is very simple and well built. The carry case would make it great to throw in a backpack while hiking. One tip though for using. While pulling the saw up into position it flipped over so the cutting teeth were in the air not on the tree. By twisting the rope we attached a bunch of times and gently pulling on the opposite rope, we were able to flip it over so the teeth were biting into the wood. Awesome product. Highly recommend.

We used it to take down a tree that was dead in our front yard. We cut the large limbs off. The only thing that could have made it better was if it was sharp on both sides so that no matter how it landed on the limb it would still cut. It worked well and we learned how to pitch it to do the most work quickly. Otherwise, it would be great for camping and limbs that are on the ground. A good tool for that.

The ideal pocket tool for gathering branches and wood for camping. Lightweight, easily packable, already comes sharpened and comes with a case to store it in that also attatched to your belt

Works great, but not so much for overhead branches as they always fall towards you.

It's light weight, compact, efficient, with a great price point that delivers the capabilities of a chainsaw without the weight, clunky size, noise, and risk inherent in a gas powered chainsaw. Obviously, a gas powered chainsaw is appropriate for many situations, most notably those requiring speed. But for me, a mountain biking enthusiast, the Pocket Chainsaw gives me the power to immediately remove fallen trees off my favorite trails. No longer must I wait months or even years for someone to clear fallen trees off trails. I can do it myself on the same day I encounter the tree. That is tremendously empowering, especially in an area with frequent tree fall where I do most of my mountain biking. I've also used the pocket chainsaw to comfortably lift and move logs out of the way. Just place the smooth side of the chainsaw under the log and lift by the hand straps. I've also used it to create levers (out of smaller dead trees) to lift and move heavy tree sections cut apart by my pocket chainsaw. From my point of view, I'm the primary beneficiary of the pocket chainsaw. But other mountain bikers as well as hikers equally benefit from my immediate removal of these trees that block the trails.

I am terrified of chainsaws, so this product appeared like a perfect solution for someone like me. With a little more work, I could accomplish the same goal of cutting down the small trees in my yard (4-6 inch diameter). However, I could not make this product work. I was able to get it started alright, and it effectively cut while it was going. However, without fail, it always managed to get stuck. Always. I eventually had to just abandon the cut and feed the blade back out of the slit. So, needless to say, I am pretty disappointed. I wish this would have worked.Update: I saw some videos where folks used wedges to keep the tree from pinching the blade and keeping it from sawing back and forth. So, I bet that's the solution to this problem. You need to wedge the slit as you go deeper to keep it propped up. I will add a star to my original review, because I think this issue has a fix.

this thing kicks A! It cut through a 6 inch tree in 20 seconds! Its perfect for your mountain bike pack, clear trail debris like a beaver on redbull! just make sure u plan for the pinch as the branch goes. plus, no gas, no noise! just you and nature making sweet L.