Silky Pocketboy 343-17 - Replacement Blade 170mm Fine Teeth, Japanese Steel

Overview

This Silky Pocketboy 170 mm replacement blade with fine teeth (manufacturer reference 343-17) is designed to give your Pocketboy 170 mm folding saw a second life. Ideal for precise cuts on softwood and small-diameter branches, it is aimed at arboriculture professionals, demanding gardeners and hikers equipped with a Pocketboy. Thanks to its laser-cut Japanese steel, it combines sturdiness and flexibility for clean, lasting work.

Technical Specifications

• Blade length: 170 mm (6-3/4 in) - a balanced reach for common pruning tasks without excessive bulk
• Teeth: 17 teeth per inch (20 teeth per 30 mm) - fine teeth that guarantee a clean, precise cut, ideal for neat finishing work
• Weight: 40 g (0.09 lb) - a lightweight blade that reduces fatigue during prolonged use
• Hard chrome plating: enhanced corrosion protection, for extended lifespan even with frequent outdoor use
• Tapered, sharpened and impulse-hardened teeth: a process that keeps the cutting edge sharp longer, reducing the frequency of replacements
• Laser-cut Japanese steel: a flexible core combined with a hard surface, for a blade that is resistant yet flexible in use

Benefits

• Clean, precise cut thanks to the fine teeth, perfect for small-diameter branches
• Increased sharpness longevity thanks to impulse hardening, less time spent re-sharpening
• Corrosion resistance ensured by hard chrome plating, an asset for regular outdoor use
• Economical solution: replace only the blade rather than the entire Pocketboy saw
• Appreciable lightness for easy transport in a pocket or hiking backpack
• Peace of mind thanks to the limited lifetime warranty against material and manufacturing defects

Use and Maintenance

This blade is sold separately and is intended to replace the original blade of a Silky Pocketboy 170 mm folding saw, fine-teeth version. After each use, it is recommended to wipe the blade to remove sap and plant residue, and to store it in a dry place to preserve the hard chrome plating and the fineness of the teeth over time.