My Harbor Freight cutting blade review
#61
Originally Posted by Suzy
I put my used blades and used needles in empty pill bottles before disposing of them into the trash. I also have them labeled with tape.
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#62
Originally Posted by pjustice63
I have been very happy with the blades I bought at HF. In fact, I think they are sharper.
One problem I have had recently, and it finally dawned on me how old my cutting mat was, that even newer blades were not cutting as they should. I replaced the old cutting mat yesterday and I am amazed how much difference it made. The "old" blade is now cutting like a new one.
One problem I have had recently, and it finally dawned on me how old my cutting mat was, that even newer blades were not cutting as they should. I replaced the old cutting mat yesterday and I am amazed how much difference it made. The "old" blade is now cutting like a new one.
#64
I just changed my blades that had nicks in them. I use two rotary cutters at the same time and change the blades at the same time. So I decided since I am one of those who is not happy with the blades, I'd give another package a try. These blades cut like butter. So I guess if you have one bad blade in a package, you can have two. So right now, I'm a happy camper.
#65
I have been using the same blade for 5 months and I average 2-3 quilts per month. It is still rolling along perfectly. I couldn't be happier. They have to be made stronger than Olfa if they are to cut rugs. I will admit, I went to a friends to do some cutting for charity quilts and she had a white kind of see thru mat and my cutter was giving me fits. I used hers to do the rest of the cutting. When I got home I pulled it out to finish a piece I needed and it cut perfectly. It had to have been her cutting mat as I am still using that same blade an its working fine. Go figure!
#66
hi all did you know that our cutting mats dry out thats why you should on a regular time wash them with a soft cloth i have been doing that and it makes a big difference andcleaning them with a scrubby cleans them even though they are called self healing mats they need tender care, i do mine every couple weeks as i use three Omnimats , i do both sides always . hope this helps you all hugs ((((()))) weze
#69
You probably won't even read my reply to you but I want you to know that I highly disagree. I have never had a better blade. It is the sharpest of any brand that I have used. I have the same blade in use for months at a time. I am not at all exaggerating. Too me it was a super bargain. Martie in CA
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I put my old rotary blades in a butter container (plastic tub from blue bonnet or simular) I then save them to cut birthday wrap and Christmas wrap and such. I am assuming in today's world of imports and such, we can get a bad blade anywhere.
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