I'm looking for a collapsable, lightweight saw to keep in my larger survival kit. I already have a couple of Pocket ChainSaw's and a Gerber Exchange-a-Blade saw, but I'm looking for something that will cut 6"+ diameter logs with ease. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!<br><br>John McIntire

There is a bucksaw that dissassembles into a single tube with 3 Swedish blades dedicated for wood,bone and metal. blade length is 12". You can see them @ www.montanajacks.com ( order the catalog). Unless you want to pack bowsaw blades ( 18-24") and fabricate a bow from greenwood this is the best option I know of. www.crosscutsaw.com ( rough site navigation) sells traditional one and two man crosscut saws ( and other goodies). If you need a unit for a car this is a easily stored, human powered unit. The crosscut site explains the different tooth patterns as well. Your Missouri Hardwoods might require a dedicated hardwood pattern such as Champion or Tuttle.

I have been using a Sven Saw for years, and am more than happy with it. It uses a standard bow saw blade, which is stored in the handle. Collapsed, the whole thing is only about 1 1/2 x 3/4 x 14" or so (measurements are from memory, mine is packed away right now). Campmor sells them...<br><br>http://www.campmor.com/webapp/commerce/command/ProductDisplay?prmenbr=226&prrfnbr=13834<br>