Originally Posted by BKrenning
Originally Posted by TonnieLoree
Originally Posted by BKrenning
I have Olfa's--all sizes that close automatically when you release the handle except for the tiny one--it is manual; a few dollar bin cheapos that I use for fleece & paper and a Martelli 45mm. I love, love, love the Martelli for long cutting sessions but you have to remember to close the blade shield every time you set it down. Also, it only likes the blades without notches or it will wobble. There is a right & left hand version so make sure you get the correct one for you.
So, no, they are not made equal. You have to find one that is comfortable for you at a price you're willing to pay. For a good all around--easy & cheap to find blades for--I would recommend Olfa. For problems with carpal tunnel or hand strength--I recommend Martelli. For pretty--I recommend Donna Dewberry!
Seriously, a right and left handed version? I bet the left handed one is more expensive. What is the difference? That just seems like another price gouge for those that do not know how to adapt. I'm left handed, btw, and I do just fine with all of my rotary cutters.
Yes, a right & left handed version. You hold it differently than any other rotary cutter. It has a handle that sticks out of the side. It's kind of like driving a bicycle. It's hard to explain but it really is easier to use and doesn't zap my wrist like my Olfa ones do if I cut for a long time. Oh, and the lefty version is the same price as the righty but mine is racing red. You get black.
http://www.martellicatalog.com/mm5/m...tegory_Code=RC
I have this same left handed cutter. One great advantage for me is that since I have RA, standing for a long period of time is painful and I am able to do almost all of my cutting sitting down with the same accuracy as standing.