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Am I dreaming or is there such a thing as a ruler with an edge that will sharpen the rotary cutter as it is used? I'm having problems with my cutter creating a "perforated" strip instead of cutting nicely. I end up with several threads that are not cut. I've tried a new mat and that didn't help. Even a new blade, doesn't seem to be the answer. What's the problem?
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Originally Posted by luvstoquilt301
Are you sure you do not have 2 blades in there? They can easily stick together as I found out. You should not be having this with a new blade.
#9
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Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Chapel Hill
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I think I did just see a picture of a newly developed ruler with a sharpening edge.
Definitely check the blade and also the angle at which you are holding the blade. Mine got a little wonky cutting the other day when I was pointing more towards the ruler than straight up and down.
Cheers, K
Definitely check the blade and also the angle at which you are holding the blade. Mine got a little wonky cutting the other day when I was pointing more towards the ruler than straight up and down.
Cheers, K
#10
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
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For what rotary cutter blades cost, they sure don't last long at all. Wish there was a cheaper way besides scissors. Seems like after a dozen or so strips they are dull, and the last ones I bought were Olfa blades. 5 for $30. Waay too much money!
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