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Post by BSideCrafter on Sept 25, 2023 20:14:54 GMT
I've had my Fiskars wire trimmer for a long time. Somehow the wire has never frayed.
I'm getting more not straight cuts. So I'm guessing it's time to replace.
What is everyone recommending these days?
Thanks
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Post by karensay on Sept 25, 2023 20:55:00 GMT
I have been using the newer Creative Memories trimmer and I am happy with it. The blade lasts a long time.
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Post by ScrappyGlue on Sept 25, 2023 20:57:58 GMT
I have been using the newer Creative Memories trimmer and I am happy with it. The blade lasts a long time. Same! I love it!
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Post by papersilly on Sept 25, 2023 21:09:09 GMT
fiskars procision. love the self sharpening blade. beats having to replace the blade every five minutes like i did with the old fiskars trimmers. i also love the MM paper trimmer. owned 3 of them. still have 1.
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Post by QueSeraSera on Sept 25, 2023 21:12:29 GMT
Tonic guillotine with 12” base and the mini tonic guillotine. Love them both.
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Post by Sharon on Sept 25, 2023 21:38:59 GMT
I use the CM trimmer. I love it!
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Shakti
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Post by Shakti on Sept 25, 2023 22:42:33 GMT
Fiskars 12" guillotine and Fiskars card making triple track (the wire one); I think it's 6 or 7" x 9"ish. Goes to 5 1/2" on the left of the track, so it can cut a letter size sheet in half.
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Post by Linda on Sept 25, 2023 22:44:11 GMT
Fiskars triple track 12" (wire)
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Post by joblackford on Sept 25, 2023 23:14:59 GMT
Tonic 6x12" guillotine.
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jediannie
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Jun 30, 2014 3:19:06 GMT
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Post by jediannie on Sept 25, 2023 23:29:41 GMT
I have the Fiskars SureCut Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer with the wire. I'm happy with it. I also have Cutterpillar crop and it's okay.
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scrapnnana
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Post by scrapnnana on Sept 26, 2023 1:07:51 GMT
I don’t travel, so I use my Tonic full sized guillotine trimmer. The blade stays sharp, and it works perfectly for me.
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PaperAngel
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Post by PaperAngel on Sept 26, 2023 3:24:39 GMT
I exclusively scrapbook, have used the Fiskars ProCision Rotary Bypass Trimmer for over eight years, & highly recommend it, if your workspace can accomodate its 19.5L x 8.75W (unfolded) footprint. It's accurate (i.e. cuts straight every time!) with a self-sharpening/never-needs-to-be-replaced blade, folds for storage &/or portability, & has a lifetime warranty. HTH.
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Post by artisticscrapper on Sept 26, 2023 3:45:55 GMT
I use the Fiskars one with the wire. I really like it because I can see exactly where my cut will be. I also have the CM trimmer I’m still getting the hang of it.
I looked into the Cutterpillar Crop but I’d like to see a live demo. They’ll be at the Expo next month.
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blemon
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Post by blemon on Sept 26, 2023 16:34:31 GMT
X-acto knife and metal ruler. Always and forever.
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scrappymeg
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Post by scrappymeg on Sept 26, 2023 18:16:18 GMT
Right now I alternate between a Michaels-brand Recollection trimmer and a Cricut trimmer. I didn't want to invest in a pricy trimmer in case I decided not to continue with this hobby, and that was three years ago, lol. These still work pretty well for me, but I'll probably invest in something more high-end when I retire these.
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Post by honeypea on Sept 26, 2023 19:16:14 GMT
I mostly use a 12” tonic guillotine I’ve had forever and ever.
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Post by mikklynn on Sept 26, 2023 20:06:29 GMT
I get perfect cuts with my Carl trimmer. I've had it at least 5 years. I buy replacement blades and "mats" that are about 1/4" by 12" and fit under the blade. I buy them on Amazon.
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Post by lovestocreate on Sept 27, 2023 5:05:41 GMT
My 15+ year old Purple Cows trimmer is still going strong!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 27, 2023 13:13:56 GMT
I've got a 12 inch x acto guillotine trimmer that I bought 30+ years ago when I was teaching school. It's still going strong and I've never had to replace or even sharpen the blade. I don't know if the newer ones have the same specs but mine is a beast!
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Post by janamke on Sept 27, 2023 16:07:47 GMT
I would LOVE some advice on this. I struggle with trimmers and have for a very long time. Trimmers are the bane of my existance. Current lineup (and I want to keep all 3 sizes going forward): Desktop Mini - I have a 15 year old Creative Memories (the blue one) guillotine that has been a work horse. It's time to replace, she's no longer sharp. I no longer purchase from MLMs so if anyone has suggestions for a 5x7ish size, let me know. Assortment of Fiskars trimmers with rotary blades, wire tracks, etc. They all suck and are useless. Crooked, jagged cuts. I'm done with using them. But I need a narrower, 12 trimmer because I do travel and move around the house. Ony requirement, it has to fit in the top drawer of my Alex drawer unit. Suggestions? Heavy Duty desk top version. I need something for doing tons of cutting over and over. Currently have a Fiskars Procision Rotary bypass trimmer. From day one it has cut crooked. It cuts beautifully, just not straight. To replace this one it needs to fold in half or be narrow enough to fit under a shelf where I store my cameo. I'm considering a guillotine, but none seem to be small enough.
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Post by kelly8875 on Sept 27, 2023 17:24:28 GMT
I have been using an old Purple Fiskars triple track, but there's no wire. I've had it forever, and love it. I also have a small 8" fiskars guillotine that I love to crop pictures with. I like the portability of them both, even while working at home. They're light and easy to move around. I get straight cuts, and can replace the blade easy.
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JRock
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Post by JRock on Sept 27, 2023 17:28:48 GMT
My big trimmer is a RotaTrim, the Mastercut II 12". It's gigantic but I love it. So insanely precise and cuts are so clean. My only complaint is that it cannot cut many sheets at once, or very thick things. I don't usually need to do so but once in a while bulk cutting would be nice. For smaller cuts I have a wee little Fiskars guillotine cutter, it is 6" x 9" so not the smallest but easy to pick up and move around and use on my work surface.
I actually also have a bigger RotaTrim, same line, but it has an 18" long cutting bed and is just... too big for most things. So it lives tucked between the side of my desk and the wall. It's an amazing cutter and ONE DAY I might need it again but it is too big for most things I use a trimmer for.
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Post by PaperAngel on Sept 27, 2023 17:46:01 GMT
... I need something for doing tons of cutting over and over. Currently have a Fiskars Procision Rotary bypass trimmer. From day one it has cut crooked. It cuts beautifully, just not straight. ... As posted upthread, I've had the opposite experience since mine cuts straight every time! Perhaps your trimmer is defective. Consider taking advantage of its lifetime warranty & request a replacement from Fiskars. HTH
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Post by jenr on Sept 27, 2023 19:17:35 GMT
I've always used a Cutterpede and still love it. (Have had to replace it once or twice in 20-some years though). It cuts straight and is lightweight. Works for me!
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Post by hockeyfan06 on Sept 27, 2023 22:13:39 GMT
My 15+ year old Purple Cows trimmer is still going strong! MINE TOO!!! I've had that thing from the first day it came out. Do you have all of the different cutting blades?
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Post by kiwikate on Sept 27, 2023 22:32:17 GMT
I have three sizes of the Tonic guillotine and no regrets. Always sharp and perfect alignment.
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Post by wallyagain on Sept 28, 2023 1:51:44 GMT
I have a 12” Carl for bigger sheets and a Tonic Tim Holtz guillotine for smaller cuts, but still can do up to 6x8 inches.
I loved my CM trimmer but it was too small.
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Ryann
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Post by Ryann on Sept 28, 2023 17:53:08 GMT
I used the Tonic 6x12 guillotine for years but was forced to switch when it was used to cut something that was too thick for it and it broke. I was so sad!
In trying to find a replacement I bought 4-5 different trimmers, not liking any of them. TH, cutterpede, Fiskars, etc. I eventually settled on a Dahle rotary trimmer that I love. It’s heavy, so best to sit on your desk and not move around. Precise cuts every time. I would buy it again.
For a small, lightweight desktop cutter that is good for trimming photos/mats & Cardmaking, I use the small version (6x8) of the Tonic guillotine. As long as you really hold the paper down while cutting, it cuts straight.
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Post by lovestocreate on Sept 28, 2023 19:51:17 GMT
My 15+ year old Purple Cows trimmer is still going strong! MINE TOO!!! I've had that thing from the first day it came out. Do you have all of the different cutting blades? Yes, it came with a detachable rotary cutter with shaped blades. I forgot I had that part because I took it off and put it in the cabinet.
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Post by coastalscrapper on Sept 29, 2023 11:31:08 GMT
Just bought the CM trimmer after using the Fiskars for years. I was tired of having to replace the blade so often. So far so good.
I also love my TM guillotine trimmer for smaller pieces.😊
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