Quilters select or Martelli rotary cutter?
#12
Super Member
Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Idaho
Posts: 1,289
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!
#13
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.
#14
Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 453
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.
#15
Super Member
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Winchester, VA
Posts: 1,552
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
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#17
Junior Member
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: In the desert,US
Posts: 123
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.
Anyone with a busted cutter should contact them.
#18
Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: BLACK HAWK, SOUTH DAKOTA
Posts: 33
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
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