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Old 01-27-2014, 07:30 PM
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Ive always used a 45mm rotary cutter but today at the store I saw the 60mm. What is the difference between the two? Is one better than the other or do they have different uses?
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Old 01-27-2014, 07:33 PM
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Don't know, I use the 45mm.
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Old 01-27-2014, 07:38 PM
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I use the 60 a lot as I can cut more layers accurately with it.
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Old 01-27-2014, 07:53 PM
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I have about 10 different cutters of all sizes from years of teaching and owning a shop.
I rarely use any but the 45mm one personally.

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Old 01-27-2014, 08:54 PM
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The 60 is good for cutting through several layers of fleece. When you add the thickness of the ruler to the thickness of 2 or more pieces of fleece, it is difficult to cut through with the 45.
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I use the 60 mm and the 45 as my go to cutters. I think its easier when cutting multiple layers to use the 60mm.
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Use 45mm never used a 60. Look huge
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I like my 45 the best.
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Only used the 45mm
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I use 28mm for cutting twisters using template as you can cut tight to the template with this. I use the 45mm for cutting blocks and for cutting strips I use my 60mm as it cuts up to 8 layers accurately its also better for cutting thicker fabric like denim. I use true cut rotary cutters as I like the handle and I have their big ruler 24 1/2in long. use what suits you best we are all different with different sizes hands and strengths.
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