Disappointed that the kerf is more than twice that of Japanese saws. So no good for cutting across the bottom of a dovetail or box joint if you have used a Japanese saw. They cut very slowly but they do change at any time you want to whatever direction you want. If that will work for what you want it for then great. The frame is sturdy enough, but for me it will just stay on the shelf till I find a lot thinner blade for it.