Silky Sugoi Replacement Blade

A Silky Sugoi replacement blade is the fastest way to get a dull or damaged Sugoi cutting like new again. Silky replacement saw blades swap onto the existing handle, so you keep your scabbard and grip and only pay for fresh teeth.

When to replace the blade

Silky teeth are impulse hardened, which keeps them sharp for a long time but means they are not meant to be filed like a Western saw. When the blade starts to wander, burn, or need real effort on wood it used to slice through, it is time for a new one. A blade with a kink, bent tip or broken teeth should be replaced right away.

Replacing the blade costs much less than a new saw. You keep the handle, which is often in good shape long after the teeth are done, and the scabbard you already have fits the same size blade.

Climbers who cut daily often go through blades several times a year. Dirty wood, sandy bark near the ground, and hitting nails or wire all dull teeth quickly. Having a spare blade in the truck means you can swap it in at lunch instead of struggling through the afternoon.

Match the length

The Sugoi comes in more than one blade length, so check your saw before ordering. The length is printed on the blade and handle. A replacement saw blade in the wrong length will not fit your scabbard properly and may not seat in the handle.

Shopping for a different saw instead? See the full Silky Sugoi hand saw or browse other replacement blades.

If you are not sure which saw you have, look for the model name and length printed on the blade near the handle. When in doubt, compare the old blade with the new one before throwing it away.

Swapping the blade

Remove the screw or bolt holding the blade in the handle, slide the old blade out, and fit the new one so it seats fully. Tighten the fastener firmly and check for play before cutting. Wear gloves while handling the blade, since new teeth are very sharp.

Dispose of the old blade safely by wrapping the teeth in tape or cardboard.

After installing the new blade, make a few test cuts on the ground before taking the saw aloft. That confirms the blade is seated and the fastener is tight.

Keep it cutting

Clean pitch off the blade after work with a resin cleaner and wipe on a light coat of oil to prevent rust. Do not twist the saw in a cut or use it to pry. Hand saws are sharp enough to cause serious cuts. Keep the blade in its scabbard when not cutting, wear gloves, and cut away from your body and your climbing line. Follow ANSI Z133 and get trained before cutting aloft.

Store the saw dry and in its scabbard. A rusty blade drags in the cut, and moisture trapped in the scabbard can spot the steel overnight.