After a few years using the factory blades that came with my table saw and sliding miter, I decided it was time for an upgrade. Ths was part in preparation for a few big projects. After a few weeks of use, all I can do or say now it to kick myself for not buying one sooner! I've been breaking down a few hundred board feet of 4/4 and 6/4 red oak and some 8/4 new and old growth pine, all anywhere from 4 to 12 inches wide and this saw/blade hasn't skipped a beat. I should note that my saw is a craftsman sliding miter, certainly not the most powerful out there. I would certainly have had bogging issues on the old setup but not this blade. If I wasn't watching, I wouldn't even know this thing was cutting. It's quiet, smooth, no bogs or burns, no chips or tear out issues, and the price is right! Leaves a nice end grain finish that requires minimal, if any, finish work left depending on your project. Definitely recommended (I'm equally impressed with my new Freud rip cut blade for my table saw), and certainly where I will be headed when it's time for replacement!