Sharp, easy to control and far superior to any western style hand saws I've ever used (even top of the line models sold at Woodcraft). A simple and effective tool is your best friend during any project no matter how big, small or complicated and this guy will soon be your BFF! Since it cuts on the pull stroke, your body's mechanics naturally make that motion in a straighter path than it does on the push stroke so you can't help but to make a straight while using this type of saw. For the price, quality and durability, you can't do any better than this saw.