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    Old 01-21-2016, 09:05 PM
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    Have any of you tried this: http://www.nancysnotions.com/product/fold+away+ruler.do ? I thought it might be fun to have to take to class -- if it works.
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    Old 01-21-2016, 10:33 PM
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    I have one and really like it. Works great when taking it to class - not so likely to get broken from sticking out.
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    Old 01-21-2016, 11:45 PM
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    Looks like a good idea must look out for it in uk.
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    Old 01-22-2016, 06:41 AM
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    Wonder what holds the two parts together? Something like a clear packing tape?
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    Old 01-22-2016, 05:38 PM
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    Haven't seen it but would like one.
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    Old 01-23-2016, 06:46 AM
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    Originally Posted by ksdot417
    I have one and really like it. Works great when taking it to class - not so likely to get broken from sticking out.
    The concept looks great though I am like many others ... it looks like it might be "fragile" with however it is joined at the fold and wonder about its lasting ability.

    Another concern to me, would be whether it is solid/stable at the fold when running the rotary cutter along the edge. Or perhaps whether that process would eventually weaken the joint and cause it to loosen, or eventually come apart?

    Would you please tell us more about your experience with this?
    Perhaps even, some close up photos.


    Even for at home, for some, this would help deal with a ruler storage issue.
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    Old 01-23-2016, 09:39 AM
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    I have a bias ruler that folds. It works great. No problem with the join getting loose or weak so far but I don't use it a lot. I guess the same join would be on this ruler too. I would use this larger ruler for taking to classes and such and not use it for all my cutting at home.
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    Old 01-23-2016, 09:43 AM
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    I would be concern with safety since you are using a rotary cutter with it.
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