What pole saw is best

[EdP]

What saw would your recommend for trimming shooting lanes for tree stand hunting? I'm considering both manual and battery powered but either way I would want to keep it reasonably light and easy to handle. Primary use would be for locations where I would put a ladder stand so likely no backcountry use. I see a lot of adds for Hooyman but the reviews are not very good due to plastic pole locks that break.

 

[WRM]

Got a buddy that has the Hooy. Not great in my opinion, but it is a lighter option. It likes to bind a lot in the cut.

I use a Wicked for hunting and some tree work. Much better than the Hooy, but heavier. I'd say it's not "reasonably light", but it is sturdy.

Another option is ferruled fiberglass section poles and a head. I use a Silky head on mine. Not compact, but a couple of section should let you get what you want. Can also get a pruner head for those aggravating wispy branches you just need the end off on. Get on treestuff.com if you want to see those.

 

[KHNC]

https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCPS620B-Pole-Yellow-Black/dp/B07VQHQD2H/ref=asc_df_B07VQHQD2H?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80333160033506&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4583932708312817&psc=1

I bought this one 5 months ago from Home Depot. It will take a big battery that will last a long time. Works damn good. I have cut trees up to 9" diameter. It recommends 4" or less though.

 

[Bowtechassassin]

Whatever you choose make sure it's long enough.

 

[MallardSX2]

Hooyman or however its spelled. That thing cuts the crap out of limbs.

 

[WCB]

My dad has 2 hooymans I have 1....one is taped up pretty good from breaking but I bet he had it for 6 years or so before it broke. The work if yo know how to use them and don't try to pull or beat limbs down. If you lear to get the angle right and use common sense they will last a long time.....If your work is pre stand set up for ladder stands zero doubt I would just get an electric chainsaw on a stick. Get an extra battery and good to go.

We have the hooymans because we hang and hunt A LOT.

 

[Team4LongGun]

Hooeyman was a big upgrade over the standard round pole extension. No flex on it makes it much more efficient

 

[Bigboone1988]

I have a 10 foot hooyman that I use for mobile hunting. Good saw but you need to take it easy on it, on my third saw through warranty. For my pre sets I use a corona saw with the clipper, clipper is great for smaller branches that the saw has trouble with.

 

[LostArra]

Go alpha level pole saw: Silky (I have the Hayauchi model) and get a Pocketboy for your pack.

 

[wesfromky]

I have the Hooyman electric pole saw - very nice. You can add an extra section, along with spare batteries.

 

[wind gypsy]

I have this one https://www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-4...-2-0-Ah-Battery-and-Charger-RY40560/311397279 and it's done all I have asked of it. Wouldn't go back to a manual saw if it's not coming with during the hunt.

 

[TN2shot07]

I use this, I like the 6 ft because it’s nice to carry but they have longer ones. If I’m trimming lanes I have climbing sticks if I need to get higher. https://www.wickedtreegear.com/collections/pole-saws/products/wicked-tough-pole-saw

 

[KoolBreeze]

If you’re looking for something light and cheap, this Fiskars has worked well for me.

Fiskars PowerLever 1-1/8 in. Cut Capacity Steel Saw Blade 15 in. Fiberglass Pole 14 ft. Tree Pruner 393981-1002 - The Home Depot

Bring a sleek and cohesive look to your garden by selecting this staggering Fiskars PowerLever Cut Capacity Steel Saw Blade Fiberglass Pole Tree Pruner.

www.homedepot.com

 

[Zmgsvt]

Atlas from harbor freight has been a solid investment

 

[EdP]

Thanks all. You have given me some good info to consider.

 

[Forestryguy]

If you are going to go with a battery powered one, and already have cordless tools. Go with the same company so the batteries can be used in all your tools.

 

[dtrkyman]

Silky! Not even close.

 

[Bwhitey]

Paid a guy to trim some trees for me around my house recently. He climbed for the bigger stuff but he had a Notch Sentei with him. They are extremely sharp and cut both ways. I ended up getting the 21' version and it is great. I hope it last a lifetime as it was expensive, lol.

 

[ADK Pond Skum]

Hard to beat silky saws

 

[EdP]

If you are going to go with a battery powered one, and already have cordless tools. Go with the same company so the batteries can be used in all your tools.

My thoughts exactly, so I ordered a DeWalt. If I ever find that I need to take a pole saw somewhere remote I think the Fiskars looks like a good option.