I honestly have no idea how it would fair! I know some of the older saw guys say these little saws are pretty powerful for their size.How well do you think that little red puppy would do against a Stihl 015 L top handle? Both would qualify for the small class antique division. I also have an 010 AV that's been around for years. The rules say no saws with chain brakes allowed in the antique saw classes.