Replaced the factory blade with this. The difference was like day and night. Sawing was easy, the blade ran perfectly, but I had to tighten the blade tension a bit. I've used it on oak and maple with no problems (just a little slower) and the softwoods are just great. No opinion on durability but after a couple of weeks of fairly heavy use it still cuts like new. This blade was recommended to me by a professional wooden boat builder. I understand why he likes her so much.