OLFA45mm Ergonomic Rotary Cutter (RTY-2/DX) - Rotary Fabric Cutter w/Blade Cover & Squeeze Trigger for Quilting, Sewing, Crafts, Replacement Blade: OLFA RB45-1H

The media could not be loaded. ► Why I like it:I looked for several key points when deciding which rotary cutter to buy. Since these blades are so super sharp, safety had to be a high priority. I wanted one whose blade fully retracted and provided protection for the blade edge all around when retracted. I also wanted one with anti-slip grips and protection for my pressing index finger in case I accidentally slipped. I sure don't want to run my finger over the top of the blade while bearing down! What an OUCH that would be!I also wanted the blade to extend and retract via squeezing and releasing of the handle so I did not have to use the lock. This would be safest as then I would not forget to release the lock before putting it down as suggested by the manufacturers. But by the same token, I wanted to still have a lock in case I was doing funny shaped turns and cuts. Without a lock, I would not be able to get in the corners and still have the blade extended nearly as easily. Since any lock would put my finger or thumb near to harms way, it needed to also offer protection to keep my finger or thumb from sliding into the blade.Having a soft grip handle to prevent fatigue was important, too. Plus, as we age, some of us start to develop arthritis in our hands. I'm not there yet, but if I reach that point, I will not have to replace my cutter with one that is more arthritis friendly if I think and plan for it now.I like being able to hang things. It makes it super easy to find vs storing in a drawer, keeps things neat and as with this, adds another degree of safety versus reaching around in a drawer sight unseen. This model comes with a nice hook for hanging.Finally, I wanted a good brand name for warranty, blade replacement and durability. I did not want to invest in a name I did not know and regret it later on. I would rather spend a bit more now and not have to replace it later on and waste that money.I didn't want a lot, did I. After all my research, I finally decided on this one and have been very happy with my decision. I just don't know why it took me so long to buy one of these in the first place.► Dimensions:2 ½” max with blade retracted x 6 ½” length► Pros:Does fantastic straight and clean cuts. Super easy and even fun to use. Makes cutting fabric quick, accurate and easy. Forget scissors. Pair this with a cutting mat and a long straight edge ruler, and you are good to go and go fast.► Cons:None.► Suggestions for Improvement:None.► Would I buy again?Yes.► Purchasing Decision & Questions:I hope I have helped your purchasing decision of this Olfa Rotary Cutter. I am not affiliated with the manufacturer, seller or any other product related company nor am I under any obligation to write this review. I do this for my own fun and pleasure! Feel free to comment and let me know if I have helped you. If you should have any questions, please post them below in the Comments. I try to answer all inquires in a timely fashion to the best of my ability. Lastly, Follow me on Amazon if you wish to be notified as I post new reviews. I promise they will always be meaningful and never of penny ante junk.

In full transparency, I got these solely to crop my own T-shirts. I am not a quilter or a sewer at that, but I'd love to get into sewing in the future. I cannot cut straight to save my life with normal scissors, so when I found out these rotary cutters exist, I went down a rabbit hole of finding the right pair that would last me a long time. They are sharp, well built, and ergonomic. The safety lock buttons works well and I am very pleased with my altered T-shirts whenever I use these. I read that the blades are easy to replace, thought I have not had to do it myself yet. Will be keeping these handy for the future projects to come!

Very comfortable in my hand, very durable, sharp, and clearly one of my favorites for quilting.

This cutting wheel is so sharp, easy to use, seems to be quite sturdy and will last for a long time in my craft room. Easy to roll along to cut materials. I haven't used much, but looking forward to testing it out once I retire shortly.

This is my favorite style Olga. When you squeeze the handle the blade cuts. When you lay it down the blade closes preventing unnecessary injury to hands and fingers.

I bought an 18mm rotary cutter for tight and small corners of cutting (armholes) that I’m have a hard time cutting accurately with my sewing scissors. I felt the blade was a bit slippery and easy for me to go astray, not to mention I had to run over a few areas again where I missed going all the way through a double layer of fabric. I thought the 45mm would be a bit easier and more accurate (bought it for the larger areas of my fabric). Of course, I still had the same issues. I guess some people can handle using these things better. I can see it being very useful in quilting and projects with a lot of straight lines though. But, after using rotary blades, I just appreciate my scissors more. I am very scared one of these days I’ll slip up and end up cutting in the wrong direction and ruining my fabric pieces. But these product seems high quality. I like the squeeze handle on this.********************Few months later, with a change of heart:Practice and use of my clear rulers helped. I’m starting to like using this. I used it recently on a very large pattern, and it definitely saved me a LOT on scissor time. I still have to use my scissors in tight, curvy areas though. I like the ergonomic design of the handle, and the trigger handle. The trigger handle is especially useful to me for more reasons than one. I’m an easily forgetful person these days. I’ve numerous burns on myself because I forget my hot iron is nearby. So the automatic release after use is nice. My smaller rotary knife doesn’t have that option, so sometimes I leave the blade exposed on my table. Not very safe.Another reason I’m starting to like using this is that it’s a lot easier on my trigger finger issue on my right hand. I was told to limit use of scissors under this condition.

Very proficient and easy to use. The safety button is not in the way, but it is easy to clip in and out, so I don't cut myself. It keeps a solid line going and doesn't lose the durability of the actual rotary cutter. The weight is user-friendly And definitely a good value for its money.

Absolutely love this rotary cutter! The ergonomic handle is super comfy, and the squeeze trigger makes cutting a breeze. Blade stays sharp through multiple layers, and the safety lock is a nice touch. Perfect for quilting and sewing projects. Highly recommend!