Metal shear suggestions - Engraving Etc. Forum

From:	Laser Image (LASER_IMAGE)	29 Dec 2006
To:	ALL	1 of 5

5610.1

I have decided that it's time to buy a metal shear and corner shaper. I have been doing the research and it seems that the Accu Cutter is the way to go. I do need to cut 12" so it seems the 2001 model is what I need. I am also looking at their cornermate cutters.

Any opinions about this equipment or an alternative brand/model?

I don't know what kind of volume I'll be doing with it, but I would bet it will start out small and grow pretty quickly.

thanks in advance!

Gary

From:	Stunt Engraver (DGL)	29 Dec 2006
To:	Laser Image (LASER_IMAGE)	2 of 5

5610.2 In reply to 5610.1

Gary,

The Accu Cutter is the perennial favorite metal shear.

For corner rounding/hole punching, I like the 3-in-1 Maxi Press from Main Trophy Supply.

http://www.maintrophysupply.com/presses.htm

David "The Stunt Engraver" Lavaneri
DGL Engraving
Port Hueneme, CA

EDITED: 29 Dec 2006 by DGL

From:	Stunt Engraver (DGL)	29 Dec 2006
To:	Laser Image (LASER_IMAGE)	4 of 5

5610.4 In reply to 5610.3
Not at all. I've been using the 9380 for years, although it was private labeled as a New Hermes shear. Ideally, you'll have two shears. One for metal and one for plastic. Since most of the material I shear is metal, I use one shear and change the blade, for plastics, when necessary. (4 bolts) Note: If you go that route, don't forget to change the blade back for metal. >.< David "The Stunt Engraver" Lavaneri DGL Engraving Port Hueneme, CA

From:	LaZerDude (C_BURKE)	3 Jan 2007
To:	Laser Image (LASER_IMAGE)	5 of 5

5610.5 In reply to 5610.1

Gary,
The only metal shear I have direct experience with is the Accu Cutter.
I bought it last year at the ARA show, after looking at a couple of other models also on display. I do not regret my decision one bit, in fact many times I have said to myself, "Self, I'm so glad I bought that cutter. I could not have done this without it".

Unfortunately I have never answered myself so I don't know what myself thinks...but *I* think it's GREAT and highly recommend it.

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