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Onebyone 07-01-2018 06:13 AM
The mat is very nice. The cutter glides on it. The only marks on it are from other cutters that you have to put pressure on to cut.

Fizzle 07-01-2018 06:21 AM
I too love Martelli products, but can not get adjusted to the cutter??? I have quite a few different cutters and I just use one until it is not making me happy and switch to a different one. I also have a Kai that I struggle getting the right angle to cut with!

JudyG 07-01-2018 08:44 AM
I love my QS cutter. I use my left hand for trimming my fabric before I start cutting, but do most of my cutting with my right hand. I love that my QS cutter can be used with either hand without turning the blade. Makes life so simple. And I love the weight of the cutter. It is expensive, but well worth the cost.

linda8450 07-01-2018 09:12 AM
Originally Posted by baywinds (Post 8085719)
I tried the Martelli, yes there is a learning curve, but the little spring broke in mine within 2 months. I tried out the the QS at the quilt shop and fell in love. That cutter along with their ruler was like cutting through soft butter. I haven't tried the mat, but love the rulers. I will save up for the cutter, as it is a bit pricey.$60 I think she said.
Martelli is wonderful to work with, contact them and they will either repair or replace your broken cutter!

Shorebird 07-01-2018 12:27 PM
Originally Posted by marjben (Post 8084986)
I am trying to decide between the two. If you have either, please share likes and/or dislikes. If it matters, I am right handed.

Thanks for for your Help!

Marilyn
I have both...….as I LOVE the Quilters Select rulers! However, it is MARTELLI - hands-down that wins the rotary cutter challenge!! One absolutely DOES have to watch their videos and learn how to CORRECTLY use the cutter. The negative comments I have found have always been from individuals that are not using them or holding them correctly...……..Just my observation......Their blades are the sharpest as well...……….and BTW they have a 50% off sale that starts on WED 7-4-18...….includes rotary cutters and blades...everything except their Janome machines and longarms……….

ctrysass2012 07-01-2018 07:41 PM
I have both & like them. With the sale I would get the Martelli. If you get to a show or a quilt shop that has Quilters Select try it out there.

Chris G 07-02-2018 05:34 AM
I was at the Reno quilt show last week. Women were bringing in old Martelli cutters and they were replaced for $12.50. As they improve their tool, they incourage you to replace it at gat I think was half price. This does have a new blade in it.
Anyone with a busted cutter should contact them.

beverlyhull 07-02-2018 11:43 AM
Originally Posted by marjben (Post 8084986)
I am trying to decide between the two. If you have either, please share likes and/or dislikes. If it matters, I am right handed.

Thanks for for your Help!

Marilyn

I absolutely love my Martelli cutter. Wouldn't trade it for the world. I do have a QS ruler that I also am crazy about. It is definitely no slip. I have shown to quilters in the guild and the first thing they say is "Where did you get that? I want one!"
Bev in SD

Tiggersmom 07-02-2018 06:46 PM
Love my Martelli cutters! I have the 45 and 60. If I could only get one it would be the 60. Let us know what you decide.

ctrysass2012 07-02-2018 07:38 PM
Martelli's sale started today. Will run all week.


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