A crosscut saw is a lot slower than a chain saw and it certainly is a lot more work for one person, but it's also a lot quieter and lighter with no noxious fumes. Precision ground design can't stick in cut Needle point, wide perforated lance tooth cutters for all-purpose, fast cutting Oil hardened, special analysis steel with accurately set teeth and rakers; 4 teeth/raker Works best on hard woods For heavy pruning and trimming, firewood, occasional felling and notching logs Straight back with D-handle USA madeIMPORTANT: Saw must be sharpened before use and proper maintenance is crucial for optimum performance. We highly recommend reading "Crosscut Saw Manual" before using.