As an avalanche forecaster, I'm always digging in the snow. This is my saw. The markings help to keep cuts straight, and the saw goes through anything, even the dreaded rain lens. I often use the included straps to attach the saw to the end of my shovel to isolate extended column tests in shallow snowpacks. I've never tried to quarter an elk with it but, for a dedicated snow tool, you can't beat the Bonesaw.

I have trimmed lots of trees and brush as well as thousands of snow pits with this saw and it works great for that. Attaching this to a pole has never worked well for me at all, the connection is always sloppy, I just end up using cord to cut cornices.

I can not claim to be a snow expert, but I was with a gentlemen the other day who is. When we were exploring the backcountry, we decided to dig a pit and this gentlemen as I say pulled this tool out. I was amazed how much more this tool did then just cut snow. It has crystal measurement scales, charts, and light weight too.
Its pretty fun to cut perfectly shaped snow samples too.

this is a great saw! one of the best 35cm saws out there. its an ounce or so lighter than comparable saws, fairly ridgid for its length and weight and it cuts precisely. also, worth checking out is the brooks range scientist 35.

Solid like most G3 products.Excellent for isolating columns.Doing
full snow profiles.Once more tool you should have when backcountry skiing.

Works great for isolating columns in your snow pit!
Packs well in my pack!
It works!

Being a guide up here at valdez heli camps, i've put the g3 to the test. everything from cutting wands for lz's and pz's to cutting columns pit after pit, the g3 seems to hold up just fine. i haven't used it to cut cornices, so i can't say how the attachment system works. the only thing i wonder is if any one has has issue with it bending? i haven't yet so overall a great tool

It cuts snow really well. As it should.

If you are looking for a versatile snow saw, this is the one, lightweight and compact. Cuts very well. The only thing that can be improved is the handle ... if they can make it a little bigger, it would fit our gloves/mittens better.

Small size, sharp teeth, flimsy sheath to carry in. A bit on the pricey side.

Personally I am a fan. This is a great tool for snow science. One of my favorite features is that it has a measuring grid on the side. As we all know, snow is constantly morphing due to temperature changes. I used to use the plastic case that my magnifying glass sits in or a plastic card to look at snow crystals, but the variable speed that they degrade was sometimes frustrating. The beauty of the aluminum is that if you keep it out of the sun it will be nearly the same temperature as the snow which is good for a quick analysis of crystal types.

Other than that I think it is perfect for cutting a profile, building a table, or cutting a small cornice. The handle is great and doesn’t slip out of my glove.

Thank you for another innovative design!

I love the saw. Hard crusty snow, ice, wood, the saw can handle it all and still comes out sharp. No joke; it works as well as it is described.

I noticed in a comment by someone else that it's flimsy and small. The G3 Bonesaw is just as long as Life Link's but much stronger so it will last longer.

A word of advice, if you let your bare hand move up past the rubberized handle while you’re using the saw, it is very possible for that edge to cut you.

I used this saw recently for both digging snow pits and brush on a brushy approach. In both situations this saw performs flawlessly. I like its small size and surprisingly the grip is well designed over other saws I've used. The sheath is dainty, but stays on most of the time. Left handed folks could find the grip uncomfortable.

I like the printed on squares but I already have those with my study kit. I will keep using my saw that fits into my shovel handle. It just didn't feel as good as other saws I have used. Good idea but just not for me I guess.