I own a dozen or more saws. I have a 4.5 in saw I use for tile, it's fine for small material. I would prefer my 6" 18v Milwaukee for simple wood cuts. A 7.25" worm drive skill saw for big jobs. I've never wanted to afford a 10in skill saw. Are you sure you have a 10in blade?

Have you been show how to use a skill saw and speed square?