If you were to replace your rotary cutter....
04-30-2013, 04:45 AM
#51
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Location: Iowa and Minnesota
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I really like my Martelli rotary cutter. It works great if you have any hand issues. I do have the cutting board but the ruler that came with it, I never did get the hang of how to use that!! The cutting mat is ok, nothing exceptional compared to other mats other than it is two sided. I will always recommend the Martelli cutter but have reservations about the cutting mat for the cost of it.
04-30-2013, 04:53 AM
#52
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Location: Ohio
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...which brand rotary cutter would you get, and why? What's your favorite? Which size to you use most often?
I have a very old Fiskars (45 I think) rotary cutter that I think I used for paper/scrapbooking. It's been working okay with a new blade, but now that I've invested in a nice rotary mat and Creative Grid & June Tailor (ShapeCut) rulers, I'd really like to invest in some nice rotary cutters, as well. Just haven't a CLUE what's best and which brands to stay away from.....
Your suggestions & recommendations would be most appreciated! Thanks in advance.
I have a very old Fiskars (45 I think) rotary cutter that I think I used for paper/scrapbooking. It's been working okay with a new blade, but now that I've invested in a nice rotary mat and Creative Grid & June Tailor (ShapeCut) rulers, I'd really like to invest in some nice rotary cutters, as well. Just haven't a CLUE what's best and which brands to stay away from.....
Your suggestions & recommendations would be most appreciated! Thanks in advance.
04-30-2013, 05:21 AM
#54
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Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Minnesota
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I have Olfa, Fiskars and Martelli blades and use them interchangeably in the various branded handles. Even though it looks like you need to have the "correct" blade with the holder that does not hold true. As far as the blades go I love the Martelli blades. They stay sharp longer for me.
04-30-2013, 05:32 AM
#55
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Posts: 221
Which rotary cutter?
Martelli: Great cutter. Takes some learning time, but prevents my thumb arthritis hurting. Expensive, but worth it.
Clover: great cutter, but difficult to find. Like all Clover products, it is a great return for value.
Olfa: Love the newest cutter with two push blade extenders. This allows me to use either hand for cutting without twisting into a corkscrew. Can get it at Joann's with a 50% discount coupon.
The type that is spring loaded and the blade retracts when released. Bad choice for those with arthritis. It hurts to constantly squeeze it to keep cutting.
Just a reminder: Before rotary cutters there were scissors. I have a drawer full and keep buying them for specific tasks. When all else fails, try scissors!
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04-30-2013, 05:45 AM
#57
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota
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I've been using a 45 mm Martelli for a bunch of years now. I didn't find it difficult to switch to this different way of holding a rotary cutter and my wrist has never complained. I only switch to a smaller Olfa if I need to do any smaller curved cutting, with templates.
04-30-2013, 06:05 AM
#59
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Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Texas
Posts: 957
I have them all and prefer my Martelli - for those that think they are too expensive, check Overstock.com That is where I got mine and the price was very reasonable, about $19 for the 45mm. I am getting the 60mm next.
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