Nice saw. I have a great makita saw , so why this saw too. My makita is larger and much heavier. This saw is a dream to use and it really saves my strenth. Dont throw that big one away however you'll still need it for angle cuts on your 2bys. I do so few angle cuts I used it once on the two jobs I did. I am just like everyone else I hate to spend the money on tools I already have. After using this smaller saw, I must say if you do any amount of building this is amust have tool. The weight difference is a big factor in the handling of your saw over the length of your job. Old school you bust your butt with everything, if you don't have to , don't!!! TRy IT bro's, you'll love it . I ain't a contractor I am just a homeowner with a huge honey-do list. So, make it easy on yourself and bother the old lady by spending that money. A great double bonus for me.