kitbop
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Post by kitbop on Dec 31, 2018 13:02:53 GMT
I used my Heidi Swapp craft knife for years and it was very comfortable and the blades were secure yet easy to change.
When I lost it (probably pushed into the garbage by kids) they were no longer being sold.
I currently have a fiskars basic knife which I HATE - it's not very comfy (I can work around that), but worse the blade loosens as I'm working!
What do you use and do you like it???
I'm looking at the Prima one online, but one reviewer said it was super hard to change the blade. I also see a Fiskars "Lia Griffith" on another site.
Any opinions positive or negative on any craft knife would be helpful!
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Post by Jessica on Dec 31, 2018 17:50:50 GMT
I went for the Fiskars fingertip knife years ago and haven't looked back since then. You already mentioned you didn't like your Fiskars one, but perhaps a new style would help? The fingertip one doesn't cause as much strain and I seem to have better control when I use it.
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Post by Basket1lady on Dec 31, 2018 17:59:58 GMT
My new favorite knife is a PenBlade. I have about 4 xacto knife type blades in my bin, but this is the one I reach for over and over. There isn’t a cap to get lost, the way I hold it seems natural, and I like that the blade stores away. The only real downside is that you can’t replace the blade. |
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Post by GiantsFan on Dec 31, 2018 18:06:22 GMT
I use an old school X-Acto knife. My dad gave me two packs of 100 blades. If I ever run out of blades (not likely) I'll get the TH/Tonic retractable one.
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Post by anniefb on Dec 31, 2018 18:27:26 GMT
I went for the Fiskars fingertip knife years ago and haven't looked back since then. You already mentioned you didn't like your Fiskars one, but perhaps a new style would help? The fingertip one doesn't cause as much strain and I seem to have better control when I use it. This is what I use as well. |
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Post by don on Dec 31, 2018 19:01:09 GMT
Xacto has many styles of knives. I have several different kinds. I also have some Fiskars knives including regular finger, swivel and retractable finger knives. As for blades, I buy them by the 100 box at my local model building stores for about $20 per box. I get about 3 boxes per year. xacto.com/products/cutting-solutions/knives |
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Post by Ryann on Dec 31, 2018 19:23:56 GMT
My new favorite knife is a PenBlade. I have about 4 xacto knife type blades in my bin, but this is the one I reach for over and over. There isn’t a cap to get lost, the way I hold it seems natural, and I like that the blade stores away. The only real downside is that you can’t replace the blade. I use this as well. Cuts great and very comfortable/natural to hold. I really like them! |
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Post by wendifful on Dec 31, 2018 20:51:57 GMT
My new favorite knife is a PenBlade. I have about 4 xacto knife type blades in my bin, but this is the one I reach for over and over. There isn’t a cap to get lost, the way I hold it seems natural, and I like that the blade stores away. The only real downside is that you can’t replace the blade. I use this as well. Cuts great and very comfortable/natural to hold. I really like them! Another vote for this! I've tried lots of different knives but I was always afraid that the cap would fall off and I'd cut myself reaching in for it. I love that this is retractable. |
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Post by artisticscrapper on Dec 31, 2018 22:21:00 GMT
I use this as well. Cuts great and very comfortable/natural to hold. I really like them! Another vote for this! I've tried lots of different knives but I was always afraid that the cap would fall off and I'd cut myself reaching in for it. I love that this is retractable. Good idea from one who knows. I had an Xacto knife and that’s exactly what happened. I taped the cap on and trashed it. I never bought another knife since I rarely used that one anyway. |
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Post by kitbop on Dec 31, 2018 23:42:57 GMT
Thanks for all the input! I saw the penknife at Scrapbook.com, but it looked uncomfortable to hold so I ignored it...will now reconsider! They are inexpensive. Although, I do have 45 refill blades for regular craft knives in my desk I was hoping to use...  I wonder if I should check out non scrapbook stores like office stores. |
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Post by Embri on Jan 1, 2019 11:59:41 GMT
I rock a standard Olfa 18mm Utility Knife, aka 'box cutter' since I work with a lot of chipboard and other hard to cut materials. It's super sturdy, super sharp, and has a retractable blade. Very affordably priced and you can pick up replacement blades at pretty much any hardware store or Amazon. One thing to bear in mind when choosing a knife is that the handle is a one time cost, but the blades are where you'll drop the most money. Be sure the replacement blades are economical and readily available, because a sharp blade is a safe blade. Don't limit yourself to the craft aisle either.
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Post by msliz on Jan 2, 2019 1:05:33 GMT
I use an old school X-Acto knife. My dad gave me two packs of 100 blades. If I ever run out of blades (not likely) I'll get the TH/Tonic retractable one. I use a basic x-acto knife too. I've had it for more years than I can count. |
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Post by camcas on Jan 2, 2019 1:46:40 GMT
My new favorite knife is a PenBlade. I have about 4 xacto knife type blades in my bin, but this is the one I reach for over and over. There isn’t a cap to get lost, the way I hold it seems natural, and I like that the blade stores away. The only real downside is that you can’t replace the blade. I second this and I like the version with the sharp pointy tip rather than the rounded one. They are disposable and not refillable if that makes a difference to you SecoNd choice for me is the Tim Holtz one which is refillable |
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