This nozzle is the same high quality as any other Freud nozzles I have had. The upper and lower bearings look like they will last for years. The carbide tip sits flush with the bearing The chisel cleared the edge of a 1.5" thick tabletop with little to no chipping in the corners (my fault for the little there was). -5/8". For most applications this is fine. However, this barely worked on my 2x 3/4" hardwood countertop.