Anyone got their own Mat Cutter?

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Sat Jan 24, 2009 3:00 pm

Just wondering what Mat cutters some of you guys have, as im thinking of buying one to start framing my own stuff. As iv seen a few DIY frame jobs from you guys i thought here would be a good place to start. Iv been looking at small hand held Logan ones, they are ridiculously expensive though, any Logan or other brand recommendations? Thanks in advance.

C.Morrison · Post by **C.Morrison** » Sat Jan 24, 2009 3:44 pm

Lots of valuable info in here.

http://forum.thegiant.org/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=8132" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Sat Jan 24, 2009 3:59 pm

Thanks for the link, iv had a look through there already. I was kinda just seeing what different models people might have and if it makes that much difference or not. Any tips on where to buy online would also be usefull.

kfrombk · Post by **kfrombk** » Sat Jan 24, 2009 5:11 pm

I use Logan 750 simplex plus, I over paid for it at local art supplies store. I think it's a lot cheaper online. It works well for 4ply mats, anything more than that, not so much.

rhombus_77 · Post by **rhombus_77** » Sat Jan 24, 2009 6:23 pm

I have the intermediate logan. I got it for cheap from dickblick. The square bar on it isn't very square, but it works.

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Sun Jan 25, 2009 5:32 am

Thanks for the info guys.

Rhombus, has that intermediate one got a model name?

rhombus_77 · Post by **rhombus_77** » Sun Jan 25, 2009 10:54 am

slidingaround wrote:Thanks for the info guys.

Rhombus, has that intermediate one got a model name?

It is the Logan 450.

http://www.dickblick.com/products/logan-450-mat-cutter/

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Sun Jan 25, 2009 1:06 pm

rhombus_77 wrote:
slidingaround wrote:Thanks for the info guys.

Rhombus, has that intermediate one got a model name?

It is the Logan 450.

http://www.dickblick.com/products/logan-450-mat-cutter/

Thanks man, appreciated!

MrMurk · Post by **MrMurk** » Sun Jan 25, 2009 2:59 pm

If you live nearby a Hobby Lobby grab at 40% off anything in the store coupon and you can pick up a Logan 450 for cheap!

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Sun Jan 25, 2009 3:34 pm

MrMurk wrote:If you live nearby a Hobby Lobby grab at 40% off anything in the store coupon and you can pick up a Logan 450 for cheap!

Unfortunately as i live in the U.K i dont know if we have these, never seen any. We have a hobby craft, i guess that could be the U.K version, il keep an eye out for discount coupons. Thanks for the tip Murk.

Dorse · Post by **Dorse** » Sun Jan 25, 2009 4:24 pm

May seem stupid but have you checked out B&Q and there is a framing store near me i'll check that out for you when i'm next in.

Or as expensive as it is... Hobby Craft?

Goodluck!

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Mon Jan 26, 2009 4:00 am

Dorse wrote:May seem stupid but have you checked out B&Q and there is a framing store near me i'll check that out for you when i'm next in.

Or as expensive as it is... Hobby Craft?

Goodluck!

Have'nt checked B&Q, would doubt they have any, il have a look anyway. Iv checked Hobby Craft but they are silly expensive and have a limited range. Il let u know how i get on.

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Mon Jan 26, 2009 5:18 pm

Just picked up this Logan Intermediate 450. £113 delivered. seems the cheapest i could find.

http://www.greatart.co.uk/LOGANINTERMED ... photos.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Shonquan · Post by **Shonquan** » Mon Jan 26, 2009 5:52 pm

slidingaround wrote:Just picked up this Logan Intermediate 450. £113 delivered. seems the cheapest i could find.

http://www.greatart.co.uk/LOGANINTERMED ... photos.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I have this one and love it. Easy to use!

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Mon Jan 26, 2009 5:56 pm

Shonquan wrote:
slidingaround wrote:Just picked up this Logan Intermediate 450. £113 delivered. seems the cheapest i could find.

http://www.greatart.co.uk/LOGANINTERMED ... photos.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
I have this one and love it. Easy to use!

Cool, cant wait to give it a go!

rhombus_77 · Post by **rhombus_77** » Mon Jan 26, 2009 6:00 pm

Make sure you have extra blades, as they dull quickly.

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Mon Jan 26, 2009 6:03 pm

rhombus_77 wrote:Make sure you have extra blades, as they dull quickly.

Il pick some up, thanks for all the info by the way.

rhombus_77 · Post by **rhombus_77** » Mon Jan 26, 2009 6:06 pm

djayresq · Post by **djayresq** » Tue Jan 27, 2009 2:28 am

MrMurk wrote:If you live nearby a Hobby Lobby grab at 40% off anything in the store coupon and you can pick up a Logan 450 for cheap!

Thats what i did!

i love to frame my own stuff ..............iam always afraid to send street art and stuff to a framer because they often don't care it seems like!

Dorse · Post by **Dorse** » Tue Jan 27, 2009 12:01 pm

That seems like a good deal SA!
Good website too!

How do you get 40% off hobby craft? I've never seen the coupons!

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Tue Jan 27, 2009 12:03 pm

Dorse wrote:That seems like a good deal SA!
Good website too!

How do you get 40% off hobby craft? I've never seen the coupons!

Hobby lobby, not hobby craft. Hobby Lobby is in the U.S

Dorse · Post by **Dorse** » Tue Jan 27, 2009 12:13 pm

Hahaa! Hobby lobby

Pre cut matting! Look how much u'll be saving doing it yourself!
http://www.greatart.co.uk/GERSTAECKERGA ... photos.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Dorse · Post by **Dorse** » Tue Jan 27, 2009 12:14 pm

What are those cheap Logans like?

slidingaround · Post by **slidingaround** » Tue Jan 27, 2009 5:08 pm

I dont know to be honest, thought it was worth spending a bit as i want these looking good for a long time. Would like to experiment a bit with the mat.

Post by **easycraig** » Tue Jan 27, 2009 5:15 pm

i have the logan 450 also... at $130 - $140 on sale... its a great buy.

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