This blade is SHARP! That's how it is when cutting aluminum. In addition, it does not clog, which convinces with its cutting speed. Better than any others I've tried, which admittedly only look like the other 2. This blade has made the bandsaw my go-to choice when I have a small cut or nick rather than scissors. The only change I would like to make is to order a narrower one. This 1/2 inch blade cannot cut small radii without nicks. But that's not the blade's fault - 1/2 width is great for keeping a straight line.