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    Old 04-13-2011, 07:38 AM
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    I have and really like olfa cutters. Recently bought the new Ginger (sp?)with a 50% coupon at JoAnn's and it's like cutting through butter!!!! Really nice.
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    Old 04-13-2011, 08:06 AM
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    The cutting blades need to be changed often. From what you say I think you need a new blade not a new cutter. :D
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    Old 04-13-2011, 08:14 AM
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    I really love my martelli also, I have several cutters but I usually end up using the Martelli. It feels so good in my hand.
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    Old 04-13-2011, 09:12 AM
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    I have the Olfas, too. I have the kind you squeeze and the blade comes out. It feels "rubbery" and it feels good in my hand.
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    Old 04-13-2011, 09:24 AM
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    Harbor fright sells 45mm blade for about 1.99 and they work well. I don't think the are the best, but at that price, you can afford to change your blade more often. When the rotary cutters start to leave string, it is time to change the blade. I notice this a lot when cutting multiple layers. However, when I cut a single layer, I don't get the string affect with a duller blade.
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    Old 04-13-2011, 10:10 AM
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    I have a gingher and just love it! I also have 45mm and 60mm Olfa and they work fine too. I only buy the blades at Joann's when they are 50% off.
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    Old 04-13-2011, 10:16 AM
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    Blades have to be changed pretty often.
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    Old 04-13-2011, 10:19 AM
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    I prefer my Martelli's. The bend in the handle makes it so much easier on my wrist and shoulder.
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    Old 04-13-2011, 10:55 AM
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    I have several different brands, but my favorite is my Gingher. I got it at JoAnn's for 60% off at a Black Friday Sale.
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    Old 04-13-2011, 11:23 AM
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    Olfa rotary cutters.
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