Ergo 2000 rotary cutter
.: Groups .:. Search .:. About :.
User Password
Register Now! Lost Password?

Quilting Forum - All about quilts and other quilted items. 

Bookmark this page:  YahooMyWeb Yahoo!  Google Google  Windows Live Favorites Windows Live  del.icio.us del.icio.us  digg digg  Add to Netscape Netscape
Subject Author Date
Ergo 2000 rotary cutter barbhunt 04-19-2007
If you were  Registered and logged in, you could reply and use other advanced thread options
Posted by on April 19, 2007, 11:14 pm
Has anyone tried the Ergo 2000 rotary cutter? I've been using an Olfa
45 mm. regular one (not ergonomic), but have decided to get a 60 mm.
cutter because I want a cutter that will cut more layers of fabric,
and this one looks intriguing. Also, I'm left-handed, and it has a
left-handed version. But it's hard to tell from the picture how it
would really work. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who has one.
Thanks.


Posted by Pati Cook on April 20, 2007, 1:46 am
I love mine. I have 2 of the 45 mm ones plus a 60mm. It does take some
getting used to, but once you understand how to use it, and practice a
bit, you will be amazed.
The handle fits in the palm of your hand, your index finger rests
lightly on the top--pointing to where you are cutting, and you push with
your whole arm, from the shoulder, with your elbow fairly close to your
side. Very different movement from the "regular" style cutter. There
should be no pressure on your fingers at all.
It is also wonderful for cutting while sitting down. Since you don't
have to have your elbow up you don't lose any power when sitting. I have
back problems if I stand too long and I can sit and cut for hours with
the Martelli cutter. Doesn't bother the hands (arthritis) or the wrists
(CTS) either.
I always take one with my when I teach a class and let the students use
it, and make sure they use it correctly. Many end up buying one. <G>
Do note that you should not use Olfa blades in these. The Martelli
blades are as good a quality, but they don't have notches in the hole,
which the Olfas do. Those notches will cut through the nut that holds
the blade in place. (Don't ask--- it was my first one, and ended with a
couple of other problems that it needed to be replaced for. Design
details that have been worked out since. No problem replacing it either.)

Boy, you guys are asking about several notions that I have strong
opinions about today!!

Pati, in Phx


barbhunt@verizon.net wrote:

> Has anyone tried the Ergo 2000 rotary cutter? I've been using an Olfa
> 45 mm. regular one (not ergonomic), but have decided to get a 60 mm.
> cutter because I want a cutter that will cut more layers of fabric,
> and this one looks intriguing. Also, I'm left-handed, and it has a
> left-handed version. But it's hard to tell from the picture how it
> would really work. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who has one.
> Thanks.
>

Posted by on April 20, 2007, 10:35 am
Thanks so much. Based on your response, I'm going to get one.

> I love mine. I have 2 of the 45 mm ones plus a 60mm. It does take some
> getting used to, but once you understand how to use it, and practice a
> bit, you will be amazed.
> The handle fits in the palm of your hand, your index finger rests
> lightly on the top--pointing to where you are cutting, and you push with
> your whole arm, from the shoulder, with your elbow fairly close to your
> side. Very different movement from the "regular" style cutter. There
> should be no pressure on your fingers at all.
> It is also wonderful for cutting while sitting down. Since you don't
> have to have your elbow up you don't lose any power when sitting. I have
> back problems if I stand too long and I can sit and cut for hours with
> the Martelli cutter. Doesn't bother the hands (arthritis) or the wrists
> (CTS) either.
> I always take one with my when I teach a class and let the students use
> it, and make sure they use it correctly. Many end up buying one. <G>
> Do note that you should not use Olfa blades in these. The Martelli
> blades are as good a quality, but they don't have notches in the hole,
> which the Olfas do. Those notches will cut through the nut that holds
> the blade in place. (Don't ask--- it was my first one, and ended with a
> couple of other problems that it needed to be replaced for. Design
> details that have been worked out since. No problem replacing it either.)
>
> Boy, you guys are asking about several notions that I have strong
> opinions about today!!
>
> Pati, in Phx
>
> barbh...@verizon.net wrote:
> > Has anyone tried the Ergo 2000 rotary cutter? I've been using an Olfa
> > 45 mm. regular one (not ergonomic), but have decided to get a 60 mm.
> > cutter because I want a cutter that will cut more layers of fabric,
> > and this one looks intriguing. Also, I'm left-handed, and it has a
> > left-handed version. But it's hard to tell from the picture how it
> > would really work. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who has one.
> > Thanks.



Posted by Melissa in NJ on April 20, 2007, 10:57 am
I second Patti. I got one years ago at a show and have never looked
back. I test software for a living and spend my day on the computer.
The mouse really makes my wrist hurt if I don't wear a wrist brace
everyday. Thankfully being careful and wearing the wrist brace
preventitvely have kept my wrist pain to a mere annoyance
occasionally...otherwise I am sure I would have had carpul tunnel
surgery years ago. But to make a long story short...this cutter is so
kind to my wrist and even after marathon cutting sessions my wrist
feels great. The blades that are sold with the cutters last a long
time too.

Ergonomics win again!

Melissa in NJ





Posted by Pat in Virginia on April 20, 2007, 3:25 pm
Barb: I have no experience with Ergo 2000. Is it
related to Harry Potter's broom? ;)
I do have a 60 mm. Olfa, regular style. I like it fine,
but want to point out that the larger the blade, the
more higher the price of the replacement blade. So, I
use my cutters accordingly. I do not use the 60 mm.
unless I REALLY need to cut that many layers. If I am
only cutting two layers, I reach for the small cutter.
PAT in VA/USA

barbhunt@verizon.net wrote:

> Has anyone tried the Ergo 2000 rotary cutter? I've been using an Olfa
> 45 mm. regular one (not ergonomic), but have decided to get a 60 mm.
> cutter because I want a cutter that will cut more layers of fabric,
> and this one looks intriguing. Also, I'm left-handed, and it has a
> left-handed version. But it's hard to tell from the picture how it
> would really work. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who has one.
> Thanks.
>

Similar ThreadsPosted
Rotary cutter help please August 2, 2007, 3:58 am
Re: Rotary cutter thingy... December 7, 2006, 12:18 am
rotary cutter blades? February 13, 2008, 9:24 am
2000-year-old needlework February 16, 2007, 6:57 pm
Looking for: Kitty Cat Charm, McCalls October 2000 July 21, 2006, 3:43 pm
Crayola Cutter November 14, 2006, 2:37 pm
Cutter sharpeners August 8, 2008, 5:54 pm
built-in thread cutter November 18, 2007, 12:06 am
Rotary Cutting January 9, 2007, 10:59 pm
Re: Rotary cutting mats........ September 12, 2006, 5:32 am

Contact Us | Privacy Policy
Sewgirls.com XML SitemapXML Sitemap