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Rotary Cutters- ARE they all created Equal??

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Old 04-13-2011, 03:51 AM
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Make sure you get one that has an ergonomic shape; not the straight kind. Got a terrible case of tendonitis from cutting with the straight one
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Old 04-13-2011, 03:58 AM
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I personally like the Martelli Rotary Cutter. It is the one with a handle on the side. They are wonderful. In case you have never heard of it : www.martellinotions.com or www.ourquiltingspace.com . They are out of Pensacola , Florida.
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I have tried all the cutters - Fiskars, Olfa, etc. - and believe it or not I prefer the Dritz. It seems to fit in my hand the best.

I also tried one of those yellow orbital sharpeners and found it quite lacking. I did hear that there are folks you can mail your used blades to that will sharpen them and mail them back. Anyone got an address or website?
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Old 04-13-2011, 04:38 AM
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I have both Olfa cutter and Fiskars, but definately prefer the Fiskars......
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All I need is a NEW BLADE ! what a difference !
Your cutting is much more enjoyable with a new blade.
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Old 04-13-2011, 04:57 AM
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I really like my Olfa 60mm- I seem to control it better than the smaller one.
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Old 04-13-2011, 05:05 AM
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I use the Martelli Ergo 2000 rotary cutter. Little bit different concept; Much easier to use than the standard rotary cutter.
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Old 04-13-2011, 05:10 AM
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I have used Olfas and a Martelli, but I really *love* Clover's rotary cutters. The handle is more rounded and softer and easier on my hand when I cut.
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I use Fiskars. They really help my athritic hands.
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I bought the Olfa with the quick change blade and it is great. I have a lot of trouble changing the blade and this one works great. It was well worth the extra money. I had been buying them on sale and I have at least a dozen of various sizes.
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