The saw is good but be prepared for rough cuts - it doesn't have many teeth. I've used it on 3/4" hardwood plywood - the saw did the job, but I had to tape the exit or the veneer would tear. The quality is comparable to a 24-tooth blade on a 7.25-inch -Circular saw Not very strong - I made two practice and one "real" hole, and it's visible on the teeth of the blade.