Originally Posted by
Diannia
My favorite is a Martinelli. I recently broke the spring that controls the guard on mine. I contacted the company and they sent me 2 replacement springs free of charge.
The spring on mine broke also after less than a year of use. They replaced mine as well for no charge. I love that I can used my 45 mm one for long periods and my hand doesn't hurt. Also your cutting surface (under you mat) should be hard and stable (not an ironing board).