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product_id: 1853010
title: "Bahco 10-30-23 30-Inch Ergo Bow Saw for Green Wood"
brand: "bahco"
price: "R3555"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Bahco"
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# 30-inch blade length Innovative tensioning mechanism Lightweight, durable steel tubing Bahco 10-30-23 30-Inch Ergo Bow Saw for Green Wood

**Brand:** bahco
**Price:** R3555
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Bahco 10-30-23 30-Inch Ergo Bow Saw for Green Wood by bahco
- **How much does it cost?** R3555 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- bahco enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted bahco brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Outlast Generations:** Crafted from high-quality steel tubing and tempered alloy steel blade, this saw is your lifetime partner on any job site or outdoor adventure.
- • **Effortless Precision Cutting:** Innovative tensioning ensures razor-straight cuts with minimal effort, making tough green and dry wood slicing a breeze.
- • **Ergonomic Design for All-Day Use:** Lightweight frame combined with a comfortable beechwood handle reduces fatigue, empowering you to work longer without breaks.
- • **Trusted by Thousands with 4.7⭐:** Join over 3,000 satisfied users who swear by Bahco’s unmatched durability and cutting efficiency.
- • **Versatile Power Tool Alternative:** Outperforms many chainsaws on small to medium limbs—perfect for eco-conscious pros and weekend warriors alike.

## Overview

The Bahco 10-30-23 Ergo Bow Saw features a 30-inch tempered alloy steel blade and an innovative tensioning mechanism housed in a lightweight, durable steel frame. Designed for demanding construction and outdoor use, it delivers effortless, precise cuts through green and dry wood. With ergonomic beechwood handles and a reputation backed by thousands of 5-star reviews, this saw is a professional-grade tool built to last a lifetime.

## Description

Bahco 10-30-23 30-Inch Ergo Bow Saw for Green Wood - desertcart.com

Review: no one will believe me but.... - I don't do this often... to be honest, an item has to be SO BAD to make me feel I need to publicly complain about it or SO GOOD as to make me want to tell the world about it, and neither one of those 2 happen often. Usually I order a product and I get more or less what I was expecting, within a few varying shades of better or worse than hoped for....and that's about middle of the road and I'm ok with that. This saw however..... ohmy...... We had a ton of ice and snow over the thanksgiving weekend, MANY trees in our neighborhood shed limbs under the weight of the ice and snow.... and there was MUCH cleanup to be done.... My old chain saw gives me fits.... its the new gas, they don't like to run on this 10% ethanol stuff and its harder to get it started than it should be, and runs like, well....it runs poorly once you get it cranked. I just didn't want to fool with it... not in the ice and snow... SO.... I started looking for a good bow saw, cause I didn't already have one.... who needed it when they had a chain saw? right? BUT.... as I age, I start to understand not all the old ways were bad ways.... I watched reviews, read reports and finally decided this Bahco saw was for me... It was made in Sweden not China.... and while Sweden isn't USA.... its not China..... Its also made of steel, not aluminum .......good old last forever if you take care of it steel..... The blade was tempered steel, not tin, not pot metal.... so many of these things are such junk.....no sir... this is the one your granddaddy would have pulled down off the shelf and taken home, and if he had, its the one that would still be serviceable after years of hard use..... now the part you'll never believe.... but armed with this saw.... and a Bahco clearing axe 3022 ....... I was able to clear the deadfall in my yard faster than could my young neighbor with his shiny brand spanking new chainsaw..... So much faster in fact, that once I was done, the old man took his hand tools next door to help the young'un with HIS deadfall.... and was able to process most of it before it could get his chainsaw restarted..... he finally admitted defeat and cast his brand new 300.00 chainsaw aside and took over the saw while I used the clearing axe to de-limb he would process the trunks into firewood size sticks.... The saw cuts effortlessly thru 4 and even 6 inch limbs, we estimated with no downward force at all, no pressure on the blade.... the blade chewed a depth of near 3/4 an inch per effortless stroke.... we cot 4 inch limbs in 6 strokes and 6 inch limbs in about 10 strokes with 0 pressure applied to the blade.... just effortless cutting. We have several older folks in our neighborhood and we spent most of the day processing the deadfall and the work never became hard.... we never felt we needed to take a rest break do to the ease of the work... I attribute this wholly to the quality of the saw and its wicked sharp steel blade. My young neighbor returned his chainsaw to the Depot.....and has since ordered a bow saw..... I have since ordered the smaller size to have a matching set and one that can get in smaller places.... Let me tell ya straight..... look at the price of this saw.... you need to buy one even if you don't have a use for it right now, its one of those tools that you just have to have.... its better than a chainsaw for anything but processing a full felled tree..... its dirt cheap.... not often in this day and age can you get MORE than you paid for.... This item however is exactly that. Having used it...... I'd give 3 times its asking price to replace it. Its just THAT good
Review: Fantastic Camping Saw! - I did a lot of research on bow saws before buying and they all said this was the best, they were right. This saw is a beast!!! Perfect for camping. I use it to cut up dry wood for firewood and then split the logs, the saw has been a complete game changer! I was using an 8ish inch folding saw before and the Bahco blows the old gerber saw out of the water. It cuts fast, removing material in both directions, so it takes less strokes to get through logs. I place just enough pressure to keep the saw in contact with the wood and the weight of the saw does the rest. I've probably made about 50 cuts at this point and it still seems as sharp and efficient as the day I got it. The biggest log I have cut so far was about 7" thick, but this baby could probably handle a 10incher (may take a bit longer/you will need a break)!!! At first I also struggled with blade guard but then I realized that you have to fold the side with the bend on it back (away from the center where the blade goes) and then the cover opens opens up and basically falls off the blade, and then you reverse the process and close it on the saw, locking it in place. After I figured this out, I am a huge fan of the blade cover. It will not accidentally fall off and is easy to get on once you understand how it works, important cause the saw teeth are no joke and will seriously cut/snag any fabric it touches (i keep it in my car). I will say getting used to the motion of the saw took a few cuts, but now I am used to it, its a breeze. I would just be sure to keep tensioning the saw to make sure its tight and straight cuts will be easier. Thankfully Bahco made the tensioning nut essentially a big wing nut that doesn't hurt bare fingers and is easy to turn/use. Also a big fan of the knuckle guard. Long story short, I will buy Bahco bow saws for life, although I think this saw will last me a long long time, due to the bow being one continuous piece of metal. Also love that the replacement blades are so easy to get!! Go Bahco.

## Features

- 30 inches long
- Designed to cut through Green wood
- Designed for demanding applications and tough environments of construction sites
- Innovative tensioning mechanism for high blade tension and straight cutting
- Made of lightweight, high quality steel tubing for durability and easy handling
- Designed to cut through dry wood and lumber

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0001IX7TW |
| Best Sellers Rank | #120,232 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #160 in Handsaws |
| Blade Length | 30 inches |
| Blade Material | Alloy Steel |
| Blade Shape | Rectangular |
| Brand | Bahco |
| Brand Name | Bahco |
| Color | Orange |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,077 Reviews |
| Cutting Angle | 90 degrees |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 07311518229382 |
| Handle Material | Beechwood |
| Included Components | Files and Rasps |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 34.84"L x 1.18"W x 10.24"H |
| Item Type Name | Bahco 10-30-23 30-Inch Ergo Bow Saw for Green Wood |
| Item Weight | 0.08 kg |
| Manufacturer | Snap-On Industrial Brand BAHCO |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 7311518229382 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited Warranty: Snap-on Industrial Brands warrants that BAHCO products shall be free from defects in workmanship and materials for the usable life of the product. |
| Model Number | 10-30'-23 |
| Number of Batteries | 1 AA batteries required. |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Teeth | 18 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Innovative tensioning mechanism, designed for cutting green and dry wood, lightweight steel tubing for durability |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Special Feature | Innovative tensioning mechanism, designed for cutting green and dry wood, lightweight steel tubing for durability Special Feature Innovative tensioning mechanism, designed for cutting green and dry wood, lightweight steel tubing for durability See more |
| Specification Met | GS |
| Speed | 4500 rpm |
| Surface Recommendation | Wood |
| UPC | 799360665348 798256166310 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Type | Limited Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Blade Material:** Alloy Steel
- **Brand:** Bahco
- **Color:** Orange
- **Power Source:** Manual
- **Surface Recommendation:** Wood

## Images

![Bahco 10-30-23 30-Inch Ergo Bow Saw for Green Wood - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/617-CCLghvL.jpg)
![Bahco 10-30-23 30-Inch Ergo Bow Saw for Green Wood - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31pSoePsqdL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What's the biggest diameter tree anyone has cut with this?**
A: I also cut a 12" tree trunk with this but I had to attack it from multiple sides. And it took like 10-15 minutes with several breaks to rest & catch my breath & rest my arms & to switch hands & stuff. I then ended up doing this two more times & then was able to haul these 12" x 18" rounds away from the fallen tree site in our front yard & into our garage for splitting & firewood prep work. Tree was COMPLETELY gone shortly after with no trace. Ripped out all the roots soon after, turned every inch of that tree into firwood & I've used probably 85% of it & saved a few, select pieces for keepsakes & others to further cure & add color & variety to my firewood racks. 👍

**Q: The title and the description contradict each other. Can you tell me if this is meant to cut green wood or dry wood?**
A: From the Bahco website: "Type 23 blade for green wood."Please note that the picture itself is also wrong, it shows a straight-toothed "peg" blade which would actually be used for dry wood. The 10-30-23 (this model) actually uses a "raker" blade. You can see the actual saw here: https://www.bahcostore.com/images/xlarge/10-30-23.jpg

**Q: Where is this saw made?**
A: Although originating in Sweden, Bahco (now a subdivision of Snap-on) makes most of its tools in Europe;  this saw, and its blades, are made in Portugal.  Hope this helps;  bottom line, when they call this 'the human chain saw', it's no joke.  I've felled and cut up several 50 foot trees on our property, and this saw, and its 24 inch cousin, have never failed to deliver excellent results.  Larry

**Q: I Lost my tension "wingnut", any chance Customer service would send me a new one?**
A: Quick trip to the hardware store and 25 cents would probably be easier.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ no one will believe me but....
*by D***L on December 24, 2013*

I don't do this often... to be honest, an item has to be SO BAD to make me feel I need to publicly complain about it or SO GOOD as to make me want to tell the world about it, and neither one of those 2 happen often. Usually I order a product and I get more or less what I was expecting, within a few varying shades of better or worse than hoped for....and that's about middle of the road and I'm ok with that. This saw however..... ohmy...... We had a ton of ice and snow over the thanksgiving weekend, MANY trees in our neighborhood shed limbs under the weight of the ice and snow.... and there was MUCH cleanup to be done.... My old chain saw gives me fits.... its the new gas, they don't like to run on this 10% ethanol stuff and its harder to get it started than it should be, and runs like, well....it runs poorly once you get it cranked. I just didn't want to fool with it... not in the ice and snow... SO.... I started looking for a good bow saw, cause I didn't already have one.... who needed it when they had a chain saw? right? BUT.... as I age, I start to understand not all the old ways were bad ways.... I watched reviews, read reports and finally decided this Bahco saw was for me... It was made in Sweden not China.... and while Sweden isn't USA.... its not China..... Its also made of steel, not aluminum .......good old last forever if you take care of it steel..... The blade was tempered steel, not tin, not pot metal.... so many of these things are such junk.....no sir... this is the one your granddaddy would have pulled down off the shelf and taken home, and if he had, its the one that would still be serviceable after years of hard use..... now the part you'll never believe.... but armed with this saw.... and a Bahco clearing axe 3022 ....... I was able to clear the deadfall in my yard faster than could my young neighbor with his shiny brand spanking new chainsaw..... So much faster in fact, that once I was done, the old man took his hand tools next door to help the young'un with HIS deadfall.... and was able to process most of it before it could get his chainsaw restarted..... he finally admitted defeat and cast his brand new 300.00 chainsaw aside and took over the saw while I used the clearing axe to de-limb he would process the trunks into firewood size sticks.... The saw cuts effortlessly thru 4 and even 6 inch limbs, we estimated with no downward force at all, no pressure on the blade.... the blade chewed a depth of near 3/4 an inch per effortless stroke.... we cot 4 inch limbs in 6 strokes and 6 inch limbs in about 10 strokes with 0 pressure applied to the blade.... just effortless cutting. We have several older folks in our neighborhood and we spent most of the day processing the deadfall and the work never became hard.... we never felt we needed to take a rest break do to the ease of the work... I attribute this wholly to the quality of the saw and its wicked sharp steel blade. My young neighbor returned his chainsaw to the Depot.....and has since ordered a bow saw..... I have since ordered the smaller size to have a matching set and one that can get in smaller places.... Let me tell ya straight..... look at the price of this saw.... you need to buy one even if you don't have a use for it right now, its one of those tools that you just have to have.... its better than a chainsaw for anything but processing a full felled tree..... its dirt cheap.... not often in this day and age can you get MORE than you paid for.... This item however is exactly that. Having used it...... I'd give 3 times its asking price to replace it. Its just THAT good

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Camping Saw!
*by A***R on May 30, 2020*

I did a lot of research on bow saws before buying and they all said this was the best, they were right. This saw is a beast!!! Perfect for camping. I use it to cut up dry wood for firewood and then split the logs, the saw has been a complete game changer! I was using an 8ish inch folding saw before and the Bahco blows the old gerber saw out of the water. It cuts fast, removing material in both directions, so it takes less strokes to get through logs. I place just enough pressure to keep the saw in contact with the wood and the weight of the saw does the rest. I've probably made about 50 cuts at this point and it still seems as sharp and efficient as the day I got it. The biggest log I have cut so far was about 7" thick, but this baby could probably handle a 10incher (may take a bit longer/you will need a break)!!! At first I also struggled with blade guard but then I realized that you have to fold the side with the bend on it back (away from the center where the blade goes) and then the cover opens opens up and basically falls off the blade, and then you reverse the process and close it on the saw, locking it in place. After I figured this out, I am a huge fan of the blade cover. It will not accidentally fall off and is easy to get on once you understand how it works, important cause the saw teeth are no joke and will seriously cut/snag any fabric it touches (i keep it in my car). I will say getting used to the motion of the saw took a few cuts, but now I am used to it, its a breeze. I would just be sure to keep tensioning the saw to make sure its tight and straight cuts will be easier. Thankfully Bahco made the tensioning nut essentially a big wing nut that doesn't hurt bare fingers and is easy to turn/use. Also a big fan of the knuckle guard. Long story short, I will buy Bahco bow saws for life, although I think this saw will last me a long long time, due to the bow being one continuous piece of metal. Also love that the replacement blades are so easy to get!! Go Bahco.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Strong, Built tough, works on everything!
*by A***R on April 29, 2026*

Love this saw! I had hardwood trees with broken limbs from storm damage and it cut right through both green and dead wood like butter. So glad I got this. Much better than other saws I've tried. Great Product.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Bahco 10-30-23 30-Inch Ergo Bow Saw for Green Wood
- Bahco 23-30 30-Inch Raker Bow Saw Blades, Silver
- Bahco 51-30 Bow Saw Blade, 30-Inch, Dry Wood

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*Last updated: 2026-09-15*