I aquired an 024 a while back for my fiance to use while we were cutting. I use it more than she does now I really like that little saw. I've been messing around with my chain angles and I've got it cutting really good in my hard wood. It's no replacement for an 026 but it is a nice bullet proof saw.
Anymore I go cutting by myself with just the 024 and 036. Great combo for me.