Silky saws are Japanese-made tools that gardeners love and rarely buy for themselves. Here's our Christmas guide to the best Silky gifts, from pocket-sized stocking fillers to a ready-wrapped pruning gift set, with an extra 5% off using code SILKY5.
Ask a keen gardener what they'd like for Christmas and you'll often hear "nothing, I've got everything". Then watch them pick up a good pruning saw. A sharp, well-balanced saw turns a tiring job into a quick one, and it's something they'll reach for all year.
Silky is one of the best-known makers of Japanese pruning saws, and its blades are designed to cut cleanly on the pull stroke. That makes them easier to control than a typical garden saw, and a pleasure to use on fruit trees, roses, shrubs and overgrown hedges. This guide picks the best Silky gifts at each price point and explains how to choose one that suits the person you're buying for.
Quick Picks
Silky F180 Folding Handsaw
A compact folding saw with a 180 mm blade that fits in a pocket or tool bag. Our most affordable way to give a Silky.
Silky Gomtaro Pruning Saw
A straight-blade pruning saw with a fixed handle and a choice of blade lengths. A proper tool for a serious gardener.
Japanese Pruning Gift Set
Okatsune secateurs, a Silky folding saw and a holster in one set, so there's nothing else to buy.
The Ready-to-Wrap Gift: Okatsune & Silky Japanese Pruning Gift Set
Japanese Pruning Gift Set
Two famous Japanese makers in one box: Okatsune for the secateurs, Silky for the saw. It gives a gardener the two tools they'll use most, plus a holster to carry them.
- Okatsune 103 secateurs: bypass secateurs for medium-sized hands, with a 55 mm blade forged from Japanese steel that cuts branches up to 25 mm
- Silky Super Accel 21 folding saw: a lightweight folding saw with a 210 mm blade
- Silky Gomcase Double holster: carries the saw and the secateurs on a belt
Check the product page for current availability and delivery dates before ordering.
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Silky Gift Ideas by Budget
Prices below include VAT and were correct when we wrote this guide. Check each product page for the current price, blade lengths and stock.
Silky F180 Folding Handsaw
A compact, lightweight folding saw with a rubberised handle. Small enough to wrap, and handy enough to carry everywhere.
Silky Pocketboy Folding Handsaw
An ultra-compact folding saw in 130 mm and 170 mm blade lengths, ideal for a jacket pocket.
Silky Super Accel 21 Folding Saw
A 210 mm folding pruning saw for gardeners who want a longer stroke than a pocket saw gives them.
Silky Gomtaro Pruning Saw
A straight-blade pruning saw with a choice of blade lengths. It's a popular choice for fruit trees and general shaping.
Silky Zubat Curved Pruning Saw
A curved-blade saw that pulls itself into the cut, trusted by arborists and a favourite with keen gardeners.
All Silky Saws
Folding saws, pruning saws, pole saws and replacement blades, all in UK stock.
Which Silky Saw Suits Which Gardener?
| Saw | Type | Blade | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| F180 | Folding | 180 mm | A pocket saw for light pruning and a first Silky |
| Pocketboy | Folding | 130 or 170 mm | Carrying everywhere, small branches |
| Super Accel 21 | Folding | 210 mm | General pruning with a longer stroke |
| Gomtaro | Fixed, straight | 210 to 300 mm | Fruit trees, shaping and all-round garden pruning |
| Zubat | Fixed, curved | 240 to 390 mm | Thicker branches and frequent pruning |
Blade lengths are as listed on our product pages. Not every length is in stock at all times.
Complete the Gift
A saw pairs well with another Japanese tool from the same school of craft. These are popular add-ons for a gardener who already has a favourite saw.
Okatsune Secateurs
Precision Japanese secateurs, loved by gardeners and professionals alike.
Okatsune 217 Hedge Shears
Lightweight, short-handled shears for topiary, box and fine hedging.
How to Choose the Right Silky Saw
Folding or fixed? Folding saws (F180, Pocketboy, Super Accel) are safe to carry and easy to wrap. Fixed-blade saws (Gomtaro, Zubat) are stiffer and better for bigger jobs. If you aren't sure, choose a folding saw.
Straight or curved? A straight blade gives a precise, controlled cut and suits formative pruning. A curved blade pulls itself into the wood and is faster on thicker branches.
Think about what they prune. Roses, shrubs and soft growth need a small, fine-toothed saw. Fruit trees and overgrown hedges benefit from a longer blade.
Add a spare blade. Silky blades are replaceable, so a spare blade is a useful extra. Our Silky saws and replacement blades guide explains which blade fits which saw.
Christmas Delivery Dates
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best Silky saw to give as a gift?
For most gardeners, the Silky Gomtaro is the best all-round gift, and the Silky F180 is the best budget choice. If you want something ready to wrap, the Okatsune and Silky Japanese Pruning Gift Set includes secateurs, a folding saw and a holster.
Are Silky saws only for professionals?
No. Silky saws are widely used by arborists, but they're just as good for keen gardeners. The smaller folding models are light, easy to carry and simple to use.
Why do Silky saws cut so well?
Silky saws use Japanese blades with teeth designed to cut on the pull stroke. That gives you more control and a cleaner cut than many traditional garden saws, with less effort.
Can I replace the blade on a Silky saw?
Yes. Most Silky saws take replacement blades, so a worn saw can be refreshed instead of replaced. Make sure you buy the blade length that matches your saw.
How do I use the SILKY5 code?
Enter SILKY5 at checkout for an extra 5% off Silky saws. It can't be used with any other discount code.
When is the last order date for Christmas delivery?
The last posting date for Tracked 48 is Friday 18 December, and the last posting date for Special Delivery Guaranteed is Wednesday 23 December. Order earlier where you can to allow for delays.
Which folding saw is best for a beginner?
The Silky F180 is a simple, affordable place to start. If the gardener has larger hands or tackles thicker branches, the Super Accel 21 gives a longer blade and a longer stroke.
