So this looks very interesting if a bit expensive...

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06-18-2012, 02:46 AM

#31

MarlaMars

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Im a gadget gal and i do love my gadgets but I won't spring for that. I don't do nearly enough cutting to justify purchasing that But it looks good for a quilt shop.

06-18-2012, 03:11 AM

#32

zipit

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Originally Posted by jaciqltznok

if it will go through an 1" depth of fabric, what will do to your cutting mat? There is just not enough info on this product to date!

It doesn't require a mat.

I love these for home dec sewing where there are extremely long cuts with many layers.

06-18-2012, 03:44 AM

#33

dbright

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Originally Posted by Scissor Queen

And I thought $70 bucks for the Gingher rotary cutter was expensive! I'd definitely have to see a demo before I'd spring for that one!

I did too and that is why I found one on Ebay for $20!!!!

06-18-2012, 04:11 AM

#34

marymay

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Out of my budget. Sure is nice though

06-18-2012, 04:14 AM

#35

elm

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I'd like to see a video demo. Looks bulky. Wonder how it handles.

06-18-2012, 04:18 AM

#36

Snooks

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Originally Posted by kellen46

An auto sharpening rotary cutter that is motorized. It says it will cut fabric up to an inch in depth...I wonder how this would do with strip piecing...http://www.dharmatrading.com/html/en...ign=newsletter

no reviews on the site but has any one bought this and if so how does it relate to quilting?

Looks good, BUT (and you know it's a BIG one). Who has used it, is it really light weight, does it really self sharpen (really good), what is the cost of running it day to day (elect., bats., etc....), what is the cost of replacement parts, etc....????? Is it worth it's price? Sorry just like a new car, I'm not buying the first year it comes out - too many BUGS still. And this little guy?? It looks cool and all, but I'm going to hold off on dropping that kind of money. Will be watching .

06-18-2012, 06:04 AM

#37

Momma_K

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I have a difficult time enough using the regular rotarys, let alone something as this!! I'd have to pass. Maybe you would have better luck!

06-18-2012, 06:14 AM

#38

Christine-

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This is a stationary cutter, isn't it? Mounted on a table? You move the fabric under the knife.

Last edited by Christine-; 06-18-2012 at 06:16 AM.

06-18-2012, 06:20 AM

#39

quiltmom04

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Originally Posted by jcrow

I'd definitely have to see a video on how it works.

Yeah, me too. I can't tell whether you move the fabric ubder it or use it like a traditional rotary cutter. Seams like with that much cutting power it would go right through a mat!

06-18-2012, 07:48 AM

#40

margecam52

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This would not work with rulers for cutting quilt pieces. It's meant for cutting out paper/cardstock type patterns...for clothing manufacturers, purse makers, etc., not practical for quilting.

My husband's Aunt used to have them for cutting out stacks of halter tops, bathing suits, shorts, etc., in their clothing manufacturing shop. They made stuff for Budwiser company (they lived in ST Louis).

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Originally Posted by kellen46