Bought this because I saw the professional one use this to cut the branches. I used this to trim the oak tree. The pole is light weight compared to 100% fiberglass one. This one is fiberglass for the outside tube and has 2 extensions rod of metal alloy. It is light wieght and can extended to 24 feet. You can reach really tall branches, and the blade is sharp. I used it to cut branch up to 4" branches. You can use it on the ground or up at the tree. Overall, safisfy with the product. Some people say the externsion can be bended. From my experence, it depends on how we apply the force to saw. I have to apply the up and down force to saw and not press it hardly on to branch. The brade is sharp so no problem to take down the branch.My only complain is the rod has little dent due to shipping. I didn't bother to return it for exchange and take that. don't think it will affect the operation, only appearence.AW