Originally Posted by hheelleenn
You know, after I bought more refills for mine I thought the same thing. I feel like I replace it almost with every new quilt and by time I finish it's skipping etc. I've thought I'd try the sharpener but then someone mentioned a "Martelli cutter" Anyone use one? Is there really a difference?
I have a Martelli cutter. They are wonderful!! I rarely have to change the blade. The first 2 years I had the cutter I used Olfa blades in it and had to change the blades occasionally. I now use the Martelli blades, yes they are more expensive, however I'm not sure the last time I changed the blade and I know that I have 18 quilts and 10 aprons on this blade and it is still good to go. It is ergonomic, I can cut sitting down, which I used to do all the time. Your hand is over the blade so you don't need as much pressure to cut. I think it has saved me lots of money in blades. 2 years ago I bought a 25 pack of blades for $100 something. I split them between myself and 4 other friends, so 5 blades each. I still have 3. 2 years guys!!!!