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Old 04-17-2011, 04:44 AM
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Just changed mine a few days ago....had some nicks in it. Such a pain when you have to cut twice!
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Old 04-17-2011, 04:50 AM
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I'm appalled at how expensive the Olfa blades are and yet how short a time they stay sharp. I'm awaiting my order of $1.99 blades from Harbor Freight, and am eager to see how well they compare.
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Old 04-17-2011, 05:23 AM
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Originally Posted by jillaine
I'm appalled at how expensive the Olfa blades are and yet how short a time they stay sharp. I'm awaiting my order of $1.99 blades from Harbor Freight, and am eager to see how well they compare.
I agree!! I always wait for a sale. Let us know how the blade from Harbor Freight are....never thought to look there. Thanks for the info.
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Old 04-17-2011, 06:56 AM
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I always put a tiny drop of oil when I change blades,,it really helps. I was told to do this by several quilt teachers. I likee the pressure sensitive Dritz cutter. I depose my Olfa cutter on my foot and had a really bad cut. So now the pressure one stops cutting when it isn't pressed against something. Much safer as I would lay the Olfa aside without closing it and cut myself several times.
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