rotary blades - one more time
 

I'm on my last package of Fiskars blades that I purchased on Ebay (they were in mangled packages, but were about $1. per blade). I looked for more, but the good deals on brand names aren't there anymore. Has anyone tried any of the numerous "no-name" blades that are there now?

bkay

Premier blades from Amazon. 15 for $11.00. Really work well and last a long time.

Stay clear of Endurance Blades from Olfa. They simply do not hold up and since the company has never returned an email or correspondence from returned blades - it's clear it's a rip off situation.

I have not been happy with blades from Harbor Freight.

I have some by Martelli and I'm quite happy with them.

Never had a problem with Olfa Endurance blades. I have a lot of them from various subscription boxes. I also like the Premier Blades from Amazon. I bought the 15 pack for our community service group and no one had any complaints at all.

I use regular Olfa's. Have never had a problem with them. I buy them in a multi-pack when I have a good coupon for Joann's or through Amazon. Right now, a 10 pack of 45mm is $34 from Amazon.

I've ordered these from Amazon; less than a buck each; I've had no issues with them so far. The best price I've been able to find (so far).

https://www.amazon.com/Tonsiki-Patch...GB3BYMHB4DR9FK

I tried some kind of blades on a recommendation from this board. They were cheaper but my old Fiskar blades cut better than they did.

Now I only buy Fiskar blades from Walmart.

Was not impressed with blades called Improved Cut.. Went dull after a few jobs. Not happy with cheapo ones from Harbor Freight either. Am about to test a new-to-me brand called R&J.

I’ve always been pleased with regular Olfa blades.

I have had brand new Olfa blades skip a thread - straight out of the package.

The Quilting Twins have good deals on cutting blades from time to time. Their's are named "Quilters Cut". I've purchased a package from them, a while back, but am still working on my Olfa blades. Maybe someone else has purchased the ones from The Quilting Twins and can give a review??

I use Sewology blades that I buy at Hobby Lobby on sale or with the 40% off coupon. They are fine and each in the pack comes in its on little case so you can't put two blades in by accident.

Intersting comments. I use the endurance blades from Olfa and really like them. They last a long time. I use a rotary cutter that always closes itself.

Also Quilter's Cut are good ones. Amazon carries them. I just got some Endurance but haven't used them yet.
Harbor Freight's are real duds.

I have used blades from Martelli, Fiskar, and Olfa. The titanium ones held up the best of any.
Harbor Freight blades are for cutting carpet...is that correct? The last time I checked carpet is a bit different than cotton or even denim fabric. Sort of like trying to put a Model T engine in a modern car and expecting it to work?

Good information. Thanks!

this thread illustrates the "wonders" of personal preference. lol

i wouldn't take a fiskars blade as a gift.

my preference is for olfa brand, but they are pricey.
now, i shop generic.
some of them last as long; some not.
but the money i save makes up for that.

I use the regular Olfa blades and was going to try the Endurance - have also heard mixed reviews from our Guild members. Thanks for the info - guess I'll never know uness I try them so if I find a sale I might get them.

I haven't had any problems with the Harbor freight blades. I figured they were made to cut carpet they should do well with fabrics and so far they have been fine. I am sure there are bound to be some bad ones though. I bought premier blades from Amazon but haven't had a chance to use them yet. I know mine cut different on different mats and with different handles so I expect it is personal preference and a person has to try to find what works for them and their equipment.
Lynda

I always wait for a 50% or 60% off coupon at Jo-Anns and have only bought Fiskars blades.