CleverCut Maxi?

[Marie]

I'm going to invest in a large paper cutter for both business and crafting - I like the look of the CC CleverCut Maxi and wondered if anybody can give me their reviews of the product?
Thanks!
Marie

[mjhoughton]

Hi Marie, I fancied it too, but when I Googled it I found some not so great reviews (can't remember where, sorry). In the end I went for a Tonic A3 Guillotine that I found on offer at Hobbycraft (not exactly where I expected to find a bargain!). I have to say I thoroughly recommend it, should have got one years ago. With that and some of the Colall All Purpose Glue, even my matting and layering looks straight.

Hope this helps

Melanie

[Marie]

Hi Melanie - that's interesting, probably explains why I haven't been able to find any reviews for the product at all!

I've seen a few decent reviews for the Tonic you mentioned - does the handle fold away/screw off for storage or to carry?

The other one that I've seen recently is the Purple Cows trimmer - Craft Superstore has a good offer on a combo deal here http://tinyurl.com/7m39f6k. Anyone used this one?

[mjhoughton]

Hi

Yes there is a handle and the extended ruler (for items over 15cm) that both fit in the base for storage.

Tonic was £34 in Hobbycraft and the Maxi was £49 I think.

Melanie

[jube]

I have the purple cow one and it's ok, but with having a trimmer attachment it can often move if not inserted correctly.