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Tim Holtz and Tonic Studios have come together to produce an amazing Rotary Media Trimmer for all your crafting needs. This trimmer will cut everything from a single sheet of paper to heavy-duty chipboard. This trimmer has a geared rotary trimmer. This trimmer has both imperial and metric rulers with a 0.25" grid base with popular paper sizes on it. This trimmer has a cutting length of 12.5" and extendable arms that extend to 12". There is an ergonomic Kush grip carriage for added comfort when cutting large amounts of paper. This trimmer will cut heavy-duty cardstock that is up to 0.05" thick, heavyweight cardstock up to 350 gsm or 130 lb, synthetic products such as Yupo and acetate, lightweight vellum, and single sheets of lightweight paper (all products sold separately). There are replacement blades available when needed (sold separately). This trimmer will be the last trimmer you will ever need for your crafting projects with Tim Holtz designing it and backed by Tonic Studio's expertise in engineering, you cannot go wrong with this purchase!
I wish I could add photos to show what cuts look like on various cardstocks with this trimmer. I cut 80lb Neenah Classic Crest Solar White cardstock and it looked like the edges were shredded. I cut through 110lb Neenah Classic Crest Solar White cardstock with even worse results. It literally looks like the edges of my cardstock are being ripped apart and cut with a very dull blade - this surprises me for a brand new item. Especially a Tim Holtz trimmer! I have all his guillotine trimmers and those work 1,000 times better as far as getting a clean cut is concerned. For me, this item was more of a dud than a win. It hurts to say that too. I had much higher hopes based on Tim's video and describing this as self sharpening rotary blade as much as it could be (meaning it would eventually dull but not as fast as other blades). I even tried cutting cardboard. It cut that too but also with some very rough looking edges. Overall, I'm disappointed with this trimmer and was expecting there to be much cleaner looking edges. For giggles, I tried my rotary trimmer I use for fabric on paper. That even cut much cleaner than this trimmer did and it is a very loved (used) blade!
Initially when I cut on the trimmer the cuts were jagged. After I figured out that I had to put less pressure and hold the handle differently it worked extremely well. It’s not tricky but took a few tries to understand how it works.
I cut all kinds of paper stock and materials and am very happy with this trimmer. The measurements are very clear on the platform.
It does cut a straight line and does cut several pieces of paper at once. Handy when cutting mats.
Pretty good but could still use some improvements.
Mainly it's still got a gap without measurement lines at the transition spot.
Still a little bit hard to see your cut line, but better than some.
The height from the main board to the fold out arms is so big that it's hard to tell if you have your paper lined up. You can't lay your paper flat against the ruler. If you move your head a little instead of being directly over the paper edge, you can change the measurement accuracy.
The fact that the clear plastic guard does not lift up bugs me a lot.
Would be even better if either the whole cutting arm lifted up or the blade rotated up so that you don't have to keep moving the blade out of the way to place a piece of paper. You can't slide a piece of paper in without moving the blade all the way up or down out of the way.
It is light weight enough to travel with and seems sturdy.
I cut chipboard and paper today for a folio. I had several sheets to cut at 6.5 inches and I couldn’t do it on this cutter. There is a skip in the measuring tape. Unfortunately the cutter is curved there, so you can’t get an accurate measurement to even write anything in. If anyone has a workaround I’d like to hear it.
Tim Holtz products are always high quality and this trimmer is slick! Cuts beautifully various thicknesses and I like the 1/4" grid. It is lightweight too! I haven't tried cutting fabric, leather, or aluminum, but it cuts the grunge paper and cereal boxes. You won't be disappointed!
Definitely a learning curve to use this successfully. So far I am not happy with how it cuts heat resistant acetate.
I was skeptical of the claims of others about this trimmer but I am so thankful I decided to purchase this marvel anyway! From the first cut this trimmer has impressed me with its value.
Easy to use and accurate to the tiniest cut, the new Tim Holtz Tonic Rotary trimmer does not disappoint! A must-have for every papercrafter, you will wonder how you got along without it - I know I sure did. With clear measurement markings, stable extension handles for larger paper, an ergonomic and comfort grip rotary blade, and solid construction, this trimmer easily leaves other trimmers in the dust and it’s portable! Grab yours today, you won’t be sorry!
I’m usually quite pleased with all of my Tim Holtz products and then didn’t disappoint. The one thing I would say is practice cutting. I watched Tim’s demonstration video. This is a precision cutter like no other and if you just try to slide the cutter down the guide you will get an undesirable result. Follow Tim’s exact recommendation and it will work. I will say that as Tim stated the heavier chipboards for making mini albums are not what this is designed for. Love this cutter for sure. It will definitely stay out for quick access.
I have so many paper cutters for 12x12 but this one is my so good. It is light so that is a big help to have it portable. I love that it has the dotted markings at 4.25 and 5.5. It glides like butter and was able to cut 3 sheets of his water color paper with ease.
This rotary trimmer is lightweight, easy to use, cuts clean. I believe it's a must have in the craft room. Especially if you have a small craft room. It's a workhorse with a smaller footprint.
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Will this cut .057" and or .030" chipboard?
By:
Judiellen Art
(24-Mar-23)
I don't know that $80 is worth a "It just may do it". Hope someday, someone tries it.... getting tired of cutting it with an exacto knife and not going to pay over $100 for a cutter.
By: Judiellen Art
(24-Mar-23)
Tonic indicates that this will cut .050" chipboard, so .057" is just a tad thicker (7/1000") and maybe it will cut it. .030" should be fine.
By: Tonic Studios
(24-Mar-23)
It appears that you can cut 6 wide without extending arm. Then between 6 and 7 you have to guess. Unless I am wrong?
The biggest difference is that the blade is gear driven, not pressure driven. If you just push or pull the blade cartridge it will cut the paper. The gears turn the blade as it is pushed or pulled. Regarding the replacement cartridge, because the blade is gear driven, the blade is not sold by itself because if replaced incorrectly it could jam. Plus there is a safety issue in handling just the blade.
By: Tonic Studios
(15-Mar-23)
What are the physical dimensions of the trimmer (without the arms extended)? I'm trying to figure out if it fits in my desk cubby. Thank you!
By:
wemkehou
(17-Mar-23)
Hi Wemkehou. If you are putting this in a desk drawer here are the dimensions - 3" H x 8.25" W x 17.63" D
By: Tonic Studios
(20-Mar-23)
It is over 12 inches when the arms are extended but goes over 6 inches near 7 inches without the arms. The length maybe 17 inches long but does seem to be able to fit. I hope this helps since I have not gotten it yet.
