I purchased this to clear and level the thick organic layer that builds up in this part of the Alaska woods. It has performed better than expected and is much more durable than it looks at first. I was able to lift up and remove small (6 inch) stumps without having to switch to a grapple. I have also used it to smooth out and remove potholes from my gravel driveway. I am not an experienced operator but I found this device easy to learn and use effectively in a fairly short time. SR3 Grading Rake