I had thousands of dollars worth of tree trimming and pruning at various properties. I decided to do it myself using this tool. It's AWESOME. I've cut limbs up to 10 inches in diameter way up in the trees. It's fun to use also! Makes you feel like a baddie. Easy to put together, comes in a nice bag with a shoulder carry strap, heads are sharp and easy to replace, and the whole thing is still pretty lightweight.