I've been looking at the Martelli website and was impressed with what they had to offer. Since I've been having trouble with my wrist I need a different type of rotary cutter. Then there is their mat and rulers and lots of other things. Gives me a lot of food for thought. I am also retired and look at the expense involved. Hopefully the products are worth the investment. Still a bit on the fence. Hope all works out for you Prisim.