Personally, I would prefer all my fabric cut. Have experienced several times shortage of fabric due to the fabric being crooked and I just couldn't get it to fit. It was very upsetting and then I had to consider the price I
paid for the piece. Not Happy.

I would prefer the 6 inches because sometimes they are that far off. There is nothing like trying to figure out how to finish a King Sized backing that just isn't going to work

tearing works for me. It keeps it straight of grain better.
I am a longarmer and I always tear my backing if I provide for my customers. :)

I also like mine torn.

Torn wouldn't be a problem for me because it would be in the outer edge of the backing which I always keep my backing at least 4" wider than the top. It would most likely be cut off after quilting. Just my opinion.

Suzy

Definitely torn. I tear my borders and sashings too.

Two quilt shops I go to will only tear backing fabric and I prefer that.

I come from the old school of torn. You always have straight to start with.

Who knew?? Certainly not me!! Great information can always be had on QB!!

I agree with the tearing. That is the only way to be sure you are getting the correct amount of fabric that you want. Even on the normal 44" bolts, if they are not on the bolt correctly which many are not. That is why so many people are unhappy with their fabric once it has been cut. By the time it is squared up you loose a lot of material.