This blade is perfect for a 10" compound sliding miter saw. I purchased this after I kept having problems of kickback using the miter saw, and the blade hook angle is perfect for keeping the work-piece from lifting up. I am a professional woodworker and this is my first Freud blade. I have always used the Diablo blades from the big box store. The cut on this blade is good, but not great. I have a zero-clearance insert in my saw, but tearout still happens although not as bad. Overall I am very happy with the quality of this blade and will purchase again.