If you're buying this for $14 - the current price is a good deal. A hand drill can cut a suitable hole in a tree. It's a $14 circular cutter. It's not exactly how much a quality costs. The corners have been cut and it's definitely not very secure. Works with a hand drill. A drill is required for the right circle cutter. That's good if you're cheap or short on space, but . Well as a result I was left with two holes, the right size where I needed it for what I bought it for. I was only hit once, with no injury. And one of the cutters came loose while cutting, leaving nothing more than a small scratch on the wood. Whether you're looking for a quality tool or a safe tool, get the right power drill and circle cutter. If you're looking to carve a circle or two on a budget and realize you could ruin your piece or get a minor injury, this is your best bet! Tip: press on the wood. Use appropriate protective equipment. go slow Cut on both sides. Knock out the last piece of wood with a hammer as you begin to cut and clean the holes by hand.