Corona RazorTOOTH 10-inch folding saw review: the budget camp saw
For most campers, a folding saw — not an axe — is the safest, fastest way to turn downed branches into firewood. The Corona RazorTOOTH is the budget way into that world: a 10-inch folding saw that costs about the same as a couple of camp meals and cuts far above its price. If you just want something to buck kindling and clear the odd branch, start here. (New to saws? Read our camp saw guide.)
The verdict
The right first camp saw. The RazorTOOTH folds a 10-inch curved blade with impulse-hardened, three-sided “razor” teeth into a pocketable package that cuts on both push and pull, so it buries into branches fast for the money. The handle locks the blade open and closed and grips well wet. It is a pruning saw at heart — brilliant on limbs and firewood up to a few inches thick, out of its depth on big rounds. For a beginner or an occasional fire-builder who wants a cheap, capable saw, it is hard to beat.
What it does
The Corona RazorTOOTH RS16150B is a 10-inch folding pruning saw that doubles beautifully as a camp saw. Its curved, chrome-plated blade carries impulse-hardened razor teeth — three cutting surfaces per tooth — that slice on both the push and the pull stroke, clearing sawdust fast and biting hard for a coarse, aggressive cut. The blade folds into an ergonomic non-slip handle and locks in two positions: open for use and closed for safe carry in a pack. At roughly a pound it rides easily on any trip. In camp it bucks dead branches and downed limbs into fire lengths quickly, trims tent-site brush, and cuts the stakes and poles a tarp setup needs — the fast, safe alternative to swinging a hatchet at small wood.
What verified buyers say
Corona’s RazorTOOTH line is a long-time favorite of gardeners, arborists, and campers, and owners of this folding model land on a consistent picture:
- Cuts far above its price. The razor teeth draw the most praise — buyers are surprised how fast the blade sinks into green and dead wood for a saw this cheap.
- Comfortable and secure. The grippy handle and positive blade lock get repeat mentions; it feels safe to use and holds the blade solid mid-cut.
- Packs and carries easily. Folded it disappears into a pack or pannier, which is why hikers and bikers keep one on hand.
- Best on small-to-medium wood. Owners agree it shines on branches and firewood up to a few inches; nobody buys it to fell trees.
Worth knowing
Set expectations to match the tool. This is a pruning saw with a curved blade, so it excels at limbs and camp firewood but is not built to buck thick, seasoned rounds — force it through big wood and you will tire fast and can bend or bind the blade. Like any hardpoint saw, the teeth cannot be resharpened; when they eventually dull you buy a new blade or saw rather than filing them. And keep the blade dry between trips, as the coating resists but does not prevent rust. Used within its lane — small wood, cut don’t pry — it is a lot of saw for the money.
Who it is for
This is for the beginner, the car camper, or the occasional fire-builder who wants a cheap, genuinely capable saw for kindling and small firewood without overthinking it. If you cut wood often and want the folding saw serious bushcrafters swear by, step up to the Bahco Laplander; if you process a lot of big wood at a fixed camp, the folding bucksaw Agawa BOREAL21 is the one. But dollar for dollar, the RazorTOOTH is the easiest saw to recommend to someone buying their first.
Specs at a glance
Blade: 10″ curved, impulse-hardened · Teeth: 3-sided razor, cut push & pull · Folding, locks open & closed · Weight: ~1 lb · Best for: branches & firewood to a few inches
The Verdict
The Corona RazorTOOTH is the budget camp saw done right: aggressive razor teeth, a secure folding lock, and a comfortable grip for a few dollars, ideal for kindling and small firewood. Keep it to limbs and modest rounds, keep it dry, and it punches well above its price. Cut wood often? The Bahco Laplander is the bushcraft upgrade, and the Agawa BOREAL21 bucksaw is the big-wood expert pick.
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