Skil has made one of the greatest little saws yet.  This saw has more power than the Porter Cable Saw Boss, and is lightweight and easy to use.  Most of the time I don't need the power of a 7 1/4" worm drive, so I grab the 5 1/2" skilsaw.  I use it in my shop mostly for cutting sheets of plywood down to size, and occasionally to cut a 2 x 4 or a 2 x 6.  It has plenty of power and is so convenient to use.  You won't be disappointed in this little power house.  By the way, it is not that noisy as another reviewer has written.  If you want quiet, go back to the kitchen.