First of Three Parts
I HAD NEVER HAVE owned a folding saw except, perhaps, a very small one which is hinged along with other micro function tools in my Victorinox Trailmaster. I used it many times in my bushcraft camps and on dayhikes. It had cut through dry and green wood as thick as 3.5...
Here's a little idea I've been playing with .... a Silky Pocket saw with a fixed handle ....
I'm not sure I like it for long term, but it's a fun project nontheless ...