I have used only a few different blades. I would say this is the best one so far. The freud diablo and dewalt blades I have bought do not come close. This blade cuts through brazillian redwood very easily. Most other softwoods and softer hard woods do not even slow it down. I am using the blade on a Hitachi C10FSH, sliding compound miter saw. How long it stays sharp has yet to be seen but I am sure it will perform well.