I like this saw.  I use it as often as I do any of my other circular saws and I mainly use it to break down 4x8 sheet goods, including some hefty 7/8" flooring.  I love the size, weight and balance of this saw, and it doesn't seem to lack for power either.  It does seem loud for it's size and power.  High quality carbide-toothed blades are difficult to impossible to find for this saw, which is a pity because I would love to get more use out of it than I do now.  For cutting laminate and composite materials cleanly, there's just no getting around using a high tooth count carbide tipped blade, which as far as I am aware, is not an option for this saw.